Flying from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) leaving from either of these.
The average length of a direct Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport flight is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Jacksonville International Airport is located in Jacksonville. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to JAX, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Get to your destination in one go from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) are available from here.
Breeze Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport leaving from LAX.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Breeze Airways from LAX to JAX.
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX reach 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). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to JAX flight:
About Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near JAX and turn out the lights sooner:
Grab a Jacksonville International Airport rental car and discover Jacksonville and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
The address for JAX is 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Getting from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to central Jacksonville
Jacksonville International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Jacksonville. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport is R 1,880. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,765. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to JAX, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
May is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Jacksonville based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to JAX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Jacksonville, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Jacksonville
Start your Jacksonville trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Jacksonville International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Jacksonville won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Jacksonville, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Tampa to tick off its top sights. From Super Bowl to Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, head for Orlando, about 225 kilometres south of Jacksonville. Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express are key reasons to visit.
