Travelling from Santiago Airport (STI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Los Angeles four hours behind Santiago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your STI to LAX flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santiago Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between STI and LAX:
New York Newark Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago Airport (STI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santiago Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is R 4,602. A return ticket right now is R 8,057. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from STI to LAX if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Santiago Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from STI to LAX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Santiago Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Santiago Airport (STI)
80% of flights departing from Santiago Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when jetting out of STI.
To reach Santiago Airport from central Santiago, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to STI? If you're catching an early flight from Santiago Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're arriving on a late Santiago Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Santiago Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Santiago Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from STI to LAX sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are key highlights.
