Flying from Sonoma County Airport (STS) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles.
Santa Rosa (the location of Sonoma County Airport) and Los Angeles are in the same timezone — UTC-7.
The most popular route is from Sonoma County Airport (STS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You can select from 17 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from STS to LAX is the 07:00 Alaska Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 19:28 with Alaska Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your STS to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Start your journey at STS and travel straight to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles tickets.
Take to the skies with Alaska Airlines. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Santa Rosa, STS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near STS? If you're boarding an early flight from Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Sonoma County Airport, 73.45% land on time at their destination.
You'll find STS at 2200 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sonoma County Airport (STS) to Los Angeles
Rs22,840 is currently the best price for a one-way Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs30,453. These prices may change depending on demand.
To score cheap flights from STS to Los Angeles, reserve your trip four months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from STS to Los Angeles.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. After your flight from Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near VNY. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your STS to Los Angeles flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from VNY in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Los Angeles in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from STS to Los Angeles in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
Once you've booked your flight from Sonoma County Airport to Los Angeles, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.