Flying from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport (ZCL): What you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport (ZCL) flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The average duration of a direct Los Angeles to La Calera Airport flight is 3 hours.
La Calera Airport is located in Zacatecas. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour ahead of Los Angeles.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to La Calera Airport (ZCL). Choose from 5 direct services each week. Volaris operates a 10:27am departure between LAX and ZCL.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to ZCL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport (ZCL) can be booked from this terminal.
When departing from LAX, you can catch a direct flight from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport with Volaris.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Volaris between LAX and ZCL.
Located around 32 kms (20 miles) from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of LAX.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Los Angeles. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to ZCL flight:
About La Calera Airport (ZCL)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay a short drive from ZCL at Posada Morelos.
Grab a La Calera Airport rental car and discover Zacatecas and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Budget and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to La Calera Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport (ZCL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport is £106. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £178. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get cheap flights from Los Angeles to ZCL by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for picking up cheap Los Angeles to La Calera Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport (ZCL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport (ZCL). July is the busiest month to travel to Zacatecas. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
Book a Los Angeles to ZCL plane ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zacatecas to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Zacatecas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Zacatecas right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to La Calera Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Cerro de la Bufa, Church of Santo Domingo (Iglesia de Santo Domingo) and Ex templo de San Agustín are popular attractions which should feature on every Zacatecas itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Zacatecas, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Journey around 257 kms (160 miles) south to Guadalajara to tick off its leading sights. From Catedral to Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 225 kms (140 miles) south-east of Zacatecas, León de los Aldama is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Ecoturismo & Aventuras de México, Plaza Principal de León and Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato.