Flying from Los Angeles to Pune International Airport (PNQ): What you need to know
Pune is 13 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles. Pune International Airport is located in Pune, which runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to PNQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
December is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, show 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)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Los Angeles to PNQ even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is an option when departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Located around 29 kms (18 miles) from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Pune International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination on time.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kms (18 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to PNQ flight:
About Pune International Airport (PNQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Pune International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PNQ instead:
Pick up a Pune International Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Pune and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Los Angeles to Pune International Airport flight.
Getting from Pune International Airport (PNQ) to central Pune
Central Pune is around 13 kms (8 miles) from Pune International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Pune International Airport (PNQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Pune International Airport is £526. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £967. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to PNQ, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Los Angeles to Pune International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Los Angeles to PNQ.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Los Angeles to Pune International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Pune International Airport (PNQ)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Los Angeles to Pune International Airport (PNQ). July is when most people visit Pune. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in September.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to PNQ plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Pune, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 40ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 15ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Pune International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Pune
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Pune Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Pune:
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Shaniwar Wada are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Pune must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Pune. Around 121 kms (75 miles) away to the west, its best attractions include Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Gateway Of India Mumbai.
Around 105 kms (65 miles) northwest of Pune, Navi Mumbai is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at ISKCON Khargar, ADAI WATERFALL and Karnala Fort.
