Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Los Angeles is seven hours behind Manchester and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Your MAN to LAX flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAN and LAX:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is R 6,096. A return ticket is currently R 10,069. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAN to LAX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Manchester Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAN to LAX.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manchester Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the flights that depart from Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive on time at their destination.
Manchester Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Reserve a hotel near LAX if you're taking a late Manchester Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Los Angeles in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.