Flying from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA): what you need to know
Start planning your vacation by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA). Explore the options for setting off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY), two of the city's main airports.
Roanoke is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is located in Roanoke, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to ROA.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during vacation periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is about 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can arrive at VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your flight from Los Angeles to ROA:
About Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ROA if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to central Roanoke
From Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, Roanoke is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 11 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport from C$310 or travel return from just C$516. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To get your hands on flight tickets from Los Angeles to ROA, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices fall. It's all about timing when scoring flight tickets from Los Angeles to ROA.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Roanoke in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Roanoke is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles to ROA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 10ºC.
More about Roanoke
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Roanoke right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Virginia Museum of Transportation, Taubman Museum of Art and Centre in the Square are top sights which should feature on any good Roanoke itinerary.
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