Travelling from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB): What you need to know
Los Angeles has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Afonso Pena International Airport is located in Curitiba. The city follows the UTC-3 timezone and is four hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to CWB.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can reach VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to CWB flight? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
About Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CWB instead:
Grab an Afonso Pena International Airport rental car and explore Curitiba and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around one week before your Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport flight.
Getting from Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB) to central Curitiba
Central Curitiba is around 13 kilometres from Afonso Pena International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
At the moment, R 6,743 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,791. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Los Angeles to CWB if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
June is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB). Plan your visit to Curitiba in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Los Angeles to CWB plane ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Curitiba to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Curitiba
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Afonso Pena International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Curitiba:
Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Eco Park are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Curitiba must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
Explore more of Brazil
Sorocaba is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Curitiba. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include King Aquários, Parque Zoologico Municipal Quinzinho De Barros and PALACETE DE CRISTAL.
Joinville is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 97 kilometres south of Curitiba. No trip is complete without a visit to Water park, Parque Zoobotanico and Museu da Dança.
