Travelling from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is 7 hours behind London, where London Luton Airport is located. Los Angeles operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from LTN to Los Angeles. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LTN to Los Angeles. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you hold a passport from United Kingdom, you will need an ETA to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and certainly before flying.
Travelling from central London to LTN takes about 1 hour and 21 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 1 hour and 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near LTN. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Los Angeles
C$425 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$716. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from LTN to Los Angeles, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your ticket from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from LTN to Los Angeles every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 54 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
After your flight from LTN to Los Angeles, tuck yourself in at a hotel near VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Los Angeles, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before you book a flight from London Luton 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.
Look for cheap flights from LTN to Los Angeles in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles, explore our range of hotels including:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just two of the major attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Los Angeles and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one go to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London Luton Airport to Los Angeles.