Flying from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8. The city is 12 hours behind Abu Dhabi, where Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your AUH to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from AUH to Los Angeles, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The journey from central Abu Dhabi to AUH takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near AUH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of all flights leaving Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Los Angeles
Rs156,314 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return ticket right now is Rs288,809. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from AUH to Los Angeles, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from AUH to Los Angeles.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
After stepping off your AUH to Los Angeles flight, kick back at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Secure your ride from VNY once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles. To skip the crowds, head to Los Angeles in December.
Book a Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from AUH to Los Angeles around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to Los Angeles, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are essential stops on your Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another essential stop in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.