Travelling from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is 17 hours behind Mackay, where Mackay Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MKY to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a plane ticket from MKY to Los Angeles, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a top stop on this route.
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Mackay, MKY can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near MKY? If you've booked an early flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
71.86% of flights that leave from Mackay Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Los Angeles
R 17,429 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mackay Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 28,662. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MKY to Los Angeles. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your flight from MKY to Los Angeles can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Central Los Angeles is about 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
After stepping off your MKY to Los Angeles flight, rest your head at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can just get the keys and go.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Travel to Los Angeles in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Mackay Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MKY to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
The Broad and Griffith Observatory are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Los Angeles to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Jose is another essential stop in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without dropping by Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
