Travelling from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Ljubljana.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LJU to LAX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ljubljana Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LJU and LAX:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
At the moment, R 6,919 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ljubljana Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,231. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LJU to LAX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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Handy information about Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
80% of flights departing from Ljubljana Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of LJU.
Ljubljana Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Ljubljana. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ljubljana Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LJU:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ljubljana Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week before travelling.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Ljubljana Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Ljubljana Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LJU to LAX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are key reasons to visit.