Travelling from Los Angeles to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB): What you need to know
The timezone in La Paz is UTC-4, which is four hours ahead of Los Angeles. La Paz El Alto International Airport is located in La Paz.
To ensure you get on your flight from Los Angeles to LPB, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
December is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to El Alto International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX land on time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can arrive at VNY from central Los Angeles in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 29 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to LPB flight:
About La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to La Paz El Alto International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LPB:
Explore beyond La Paz and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can book a La Paz El Alto International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to La Paz El Alto International Airport flight.
Getting from La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB) to central La Paz
La Paz El Alto International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of La Paz. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
Right now, Rs120,041 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to La Paz El Alto International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs207,341. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to LPB, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Los Angeles to La Paz El Alto International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
September is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to La Paz based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Los Angeles to LPB plane ticket departing in November if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in La Paz to range from 2ºC to 15ºC.
July sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to La Paz El Alto International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Bolivia
You've seen La Paz, now it's time to explore other corners of Bolivia. Travel around 241 kilometres southeast to Cochabamba to check off its leading sights. From Centro Histórico Y Áreas Patrimoniales Del Cercado De Cochabamba to Ecoturistico Pairumani Park and Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 193 kilometres southeast of La Paz, Oruro is another essential stop in Bolivia. No visit is complete without checking out Carnaval de oruro, Monumento a la Virgen del Socavon and Catedral de Oruro.
