Travelling from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Los Angeles. Check out your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when reserving your flight from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport (CBR).
The timezone in Canberra is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Canberra Airport is located in Canberra.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to CBR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as summer and spring break will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Los Angeles to CBR with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between LAX and CBR include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is approximately 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Break up your flight from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and CBR are:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour and 41 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 34 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Los Angeles to CBR? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Canberra Airport (CBR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CBR instead:
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
Canberra Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Canberra. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 14 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport (CBR)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport from C$858 or travel return from just C$1,022. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find flight tickets from Los Angeles to CBR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport across each month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily find a flight within your budget.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport (CBR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Canberra in April when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Los Angeles to CBR for January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Canberra to range from 13ºC to 31ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Canberra
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Canberra right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House are essential stops on your Canberra itinerary.
Complete your Canberra trip with a car rental
Hop behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Canberra and explore at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Los Angeles to Canberra Airport.
