Travelling from Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
Havana is three hours ahead of Los Angeles. Havana Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Los Angeles to HAV won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Peak months like December or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to HAV with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAX and HAV include:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Los Angeles International Airport:
81% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to HAV flight, stay in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Consider checking in to Apartamento Familia Campa Daniela - Old Havana after touching down from your flight from Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport. It's a short drive from HAV and a good option if you want to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
From Havana Jose Marti International Airport, central Havana is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport is Rs42,248. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs76,665. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to HAV, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
September is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), while March is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Havana based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Havana is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Book your Los Angeles to HAV plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC.
More about Havana
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Havana Jose Marti International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Havana:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Paseo del Malecón, Old Havana and La habana are major attractions which should feature on any good Havana itinerary.
Explore more of Cuba
Havana is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Cuba just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres east of Havana, a visit to Santa Clara will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).
Around 145 kilometres southwest of Havana, Pinar del Río is another favourite stop in Cuba. Experience major highlights starting with Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Martí Park and Independencia Park.
