Travelling from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Los Angeles is eight hours behind Belfast. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which runs on the UTC-8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Belfast to LAX, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Belfast to LAX. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
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Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Belfast International Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a key transfer point for flights from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) out of George Best Belfast City Airport.
You can reach BHD from central Belfast in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to LAX flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69%.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near LAX and hit the lights earlier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Los Angeles and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport is Rs118,474. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs213,584. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Belfast to LAX if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Hunt down a great price on a flight from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. September is the quietest month to visit Los Angeles. December is when most people book flights from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Belfast to LAX plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Los Angeles International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are popular attractions which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Bakersfield is another standout destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without seeing Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre.
