Travelling from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport (UTP): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport (UTP). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
Rayong is 14 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Utapao Airport is located in Rayong, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to UTP.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Whether you'd like to visit a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to UTP.
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination on time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to UTP flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Utapao Airport (UTP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near UTP instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Utapao Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drive Car Hire, Avis or Localrent and explore beyond Rayong's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Utapao Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport (UTP)
Rs109,375 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport. A return flight starts at Rs290,310. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to UTP. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Los Angeles to Utapao Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on flight tickets from Los Angeles to UTP.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport (UTP)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Rayong. August is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport (UTP), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Rayong is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to UTP flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 31ºC.
More about Rayong
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Utapao Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rayong:
Your Rayong visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach.
Explore more of Thailand
Rayong will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres north-west of Rayong, a trip to Bangkok will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and The Royal Place 2.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Rayong. No journey is complete without a visit to Night Safari Korat, Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park.
