Travelling from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Los Angeles. Check out your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when organising your flight from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD).
The timezone in Mashhad is UTC+4:30, which is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles. Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is located in Mashhad.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to MHD, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Whether you're eager to visit another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to MHD.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to MHD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
Consider checking in to Golden Palace Hotel (Ghasr Talaei) after your flight from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. It's a quick drive from MHD and a good option if you'd like to get some rest right away.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
At the moment, R 10,097 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 24,654. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to MHD if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Mashhad. August is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Los Angeles to MHD plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mashhad to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mashhad
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mashhad right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport:
Your Mashhad visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Shrine of Imam Reza, Goharshad Mosque and Quba Mosque.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Mashhad, now it's time to explore other parts of Iran. Journey around 177 kilometres west to Sabzevar to check off its leading attractions. From بوستان حافظ to Jameh Mosque of Sabzevar and Sahebozzaman Square, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Next? Set off for Torbat-e Ḩeydarīyeh. It's located about 113 kilometres south of Mashhad and boasts highlights like Melli Park.
