Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Canberra Airport is located in Canberra. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is 18 hours behind Canberra.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from CBR to Los Angeles. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from CBR to Los Angeles that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you have a passport from Australia. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Canberra Airport to Los Angeles.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Canberra, CBR can be reached in about 14 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near CBR? If you're boarding an early flight from Canberra Airport to Los Angeles, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Los Angeles
C$613 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Canberra Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,095. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CBR to Los Angeles if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Canberra Airport to Los Angeles.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the centre of Los Angeles takes around 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 54 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Canberra Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Canberra Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
After your flight from CBR to Los Angeles, kick back at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month for flights from Canberra Airport to Los Angeles. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Los Angeles in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Canberra Airport to Los Angeles in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from CBR to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Canberra Airport to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are popular attractions which should feature on every Los Angeles itinerary.
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