Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 16 hours 20 minutes.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, making Los Angeles 11 hours behind Dubai.
Flights from DXB to LAX start from 08:30 — the earliest with Emirates. The last departure is at 08:55 with Emirates. In total, there are ten weekly Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your DXB to LAX flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Emirates is your ticket to exploring Los Angeles (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating DXB to LAX flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DXB and LAX:
San Francisco International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
R 7,891 is the lowest price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 12,655. These fares can change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from DXB to LAX by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights that leave from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near DXB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and discover more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Los Angeles. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Dubai Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to LAX in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key highlights.
