Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is 12 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Your AUH to LAX flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between AUH and LAX include:
London Heathrow Airport
Hamad International Airport
Ben Gurion Intl Airport
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zayed International Airport, 75% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Zayed International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near AUH:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Los Angeles. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUH to LAX sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
