Travelling from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles is 1 hour 47 minutes.
Grand Junction Regional Airport is located in Grand Junction. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Grand Junction.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from GJT to Los Angeles.
Peak months like July or vacation times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
You can catch a direct flight from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles that arrives at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Take to the skies with Allegiant Air. This airline offers direct flights from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles.
After booking your flight tickets from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles, get your documents in order. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're good to go.
Travelling from central Grand Junction to GJT takes about 32 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to GJT? If you're boarding an early flight from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Los Angeles
C$260 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$287. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from GJT to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month for tickets from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to LAX if you're taking a late flight from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to VNY. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from GJT to Los Angeles at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from GJT to Los Angeles sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Los Angeles, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of top attractions to put on your Los Angeles itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
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