Travelling from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) taking off from either of these.
Take a direct Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 5 hours 40 minutes.
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is located in Anchorage. The city runs on the UTC-8 timezone and is one hour behind Los Angeles.
Choose from 7 direct services each week between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). This is the busiest route, with Alaska Airlines offering a 7am departure from LAX to ANC.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Los Angeles to ANC. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can find a direct flight from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
When leaving from LAX, you can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport with Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from LAX to ANC.
With 78.72% of services landing on schedule, Alaska Airlines is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination without delay.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to ANC flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, few things beat 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 options near ANC:
Travel at your own pace with a Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and chase adventure across Anchorage and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight.
Getting from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to central Anchorage
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Anchorage. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Rs36,447 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Return flights start from Rs70,909. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to ANC if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). Plan your visit to Anchorage in May for a more low-key escape.
Book a Los Angeles to ANC flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Anchorage to range from 4ºC to 17ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -21ºC and 0ºC.
More about Anchorage
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Anchorage:
Your Anchorage visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Aurora Show, Chugach National Forest and Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Anchorage, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey about 113 kilometres south-west to Kalifornsky to check off its must-visit sights. From Big Eddy State Recreational Site to Arc Lake and Slikok Multi Use Trails, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, head for Kenai, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Anchorage. Kenai River, Kenai River Viewing Platform and Kenai River Flats Viewing Platform are key reasons to visit.