Flying from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport (BOS): What you need to know
Your travel story starts at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport (BOS) leaving from either of these bases.
5 hours 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Los Angeles to Logan International Airport flight.
Boston is three hours ahead of Los Angeles. Logan International Airport is located in Boston, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Logan International Airport (BOS), with 92 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from LAX to BOS is the 6am JetBlue Airways service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 11:25pm with JetBlue Airways.
Your flight from Los Angeles to BOS won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Reach your destination without the detour from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport (BOS) operate from here.
At LAX, there's a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport, including:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between LAX and BOS is JetBlue Airways.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is American Airlines.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can get to VNY from central Los Angeles in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to BOS flight:
About Logan International Airport (BOS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BOS:
Go where the road takes you with a Logan International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and chase adventure across Boston and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Los Angeles to Logan International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find BOS at One Harborside Drive.
Getting from Logan International Airport (BOS) to central Boston
Logan International Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Boston. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport (BOS)
Currently, R 1,263 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,994. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to BOS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Los Angeles to Logan International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Los Angeles to BOS.
Find an affordable flight from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport (BOS)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to go to Boston. August is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport (BOS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Boston is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Los Angeles to BOS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Boston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Boston right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Logan International Airport:
Your visit to Boston wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that are worth your time include Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market.
Explore more of the United States
Yonkers is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Boston. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Westchester, Unity Park and Philipse Manor Hall.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, consider Springfield, about 137 kilometres west of Boston. Titanic Museum, Basketball Hall of Fame and Springfield Museums are key reasons to visit.
