Travelling from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 5 minutes.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is located in Washington DC. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is three hours behind Washington DC.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most traveled route, with 25 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from BWI to LAX is with Southwest Airlines at 22:30. Opt for the first departure with United Airlines at 06:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to catch your BWI to Los Angeles flight. A good rule of thumb is to 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, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Direct Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles tickets are available for booking. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will be where your journey ends.
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles include:
BWI is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
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Of the departures from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 77.13% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Los Angeles
The best price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles flight is C$66. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$133. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from BWI to Los Angeles, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Follow your own route with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and find adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BWI to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to VNY. Settle in and get cozy after your BWI to Los Angeles flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
In general, the earlier you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Lock in your ride from VNY as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Visit Los Angeles during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BWI to Los Angeles around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are essential stops on your Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.