Flying from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport (JTR): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Los Angeles. Explore your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when booking your flight from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport (JTR).
Santorini (Thira) is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles. Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira), which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to JTR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to JTR leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to JTR flight:
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Reserve a hotel near JTR if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport. Select one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Santorini International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santorini (Thira) and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Right now, C$277 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$692. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to JTR, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Los Angeles to JTR.
Lock in a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Think about the kind of vacation you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Santorini (Thira). July is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport (JTR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Los Angeles to JTR flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Santorini (Thira), with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Santorini (Thira)
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Santorini International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santorini (Thira):
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Santorini caldera, Sunset Oia and Views of Santorini and Caldera are must-visits when exploring Santorini (Thira).
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Santorini (Thira), now it's time to discover more of Greece. Travel around 241 kilometres north-west to Athens to check off its top sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Journey 241 kilometres north-west from Santorini (Thira) to visit Acharnes, another well-known stop in Greece. No trip is complete without seeing Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
