Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is 7 hours behind London, where London City Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from LCY to Los Angeles, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from LCY to Los Angeles that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will require an ETA if you have a passport from United Kingdom. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from London City Airport to Los Angeles.
LCY is around 11 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London City Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LCY:
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Los Angeles
R 6,248 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London City Airport to Los Angeles. Return flights start at R 10,577. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LCY to Los Angeles, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London City Airport to Los Angeles throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 54 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London City Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Following your flight from London City Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from LCY to Los Angeles, settle in at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from London City Airport to Los Angeles. To escape the crowds, head to Los Angeles in May when things are quieter.
Book your flight from London City Airport to Los Angeles for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from LCY to Los Angeles in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
After locking in your flight from London City Airport to Los Angeles, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental
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