Travelling from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, making Los Angeles nine hours behind Santorini (Thira).
Your JTR to LAX flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines 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 simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Santorini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JTR and LAX include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Right now, £298 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £796. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JTR to LAX if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Santorini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from JTR to LAX is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Santorini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)
92.74% of flights departing from Santorini International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of JTR.
To reach Santorini International Airport from central Santorini (Thira), it'll take about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 3 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near JTR? If you're boarding an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Santorini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 20 miles from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Santorini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Santorini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JTR to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 110 miles south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, head for San Jose, about 310 miles north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among its highlights.