Flying from Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN): What you need to know
Norman Manley International Airport is located in Kingston. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to KIN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more people on the move during busy periods like December, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to KIN that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between LAX and KIN include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
81% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can arrive at VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 29 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to KIN flight:
About Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near KIN:
Travel at your own speed with a Norman Manley International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Island Car Rentals, Alamo or Final Rentals and chase adventure across Kingston and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport flight.
Getting from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to central Kingston
Central Kingston is around 11 kilometres from Norman Manley International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
At the moment, R 3,688 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,356. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Los Angeles to KIN. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Los Angeles to KIN couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN). December is the busiest month to visit Kingston. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in September.
The warmest month in Kingston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Los Angeles to KIN plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Kingston
Start your Kingston trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Norman Manley International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Bob Marley museum, Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains are must-do's during your Kingston adventure.
Explore more of Jamaica
Montego Bay is just one of the many places in Jamaica waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kingston. Around 137 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Sandals Cay, Tropical Bliss and Coral Gardens Neighbourhood Beach.
Around 145 kilometres west of Kingston, Savanna-la-Mar is another favourite stop in Jamaica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Paradise Park, Lost Beach and Arch Leading to Shore.