Travelling from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is 17 hours behind Mackay, where Mackay Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from MKY to Los Angeles. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Finding a stopover on your flight from MKY to Los Angeles is a breeze. Whether you're eager to potentially save money on your fare or visit a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A key stop is Brisbane Airport (BNE).
If you have a passport from Australia, you'll need an ETA to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles for tourism purposes. The rules 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 you fly.
Travelling from central Mackay to MKY takes about 26 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 11 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near MKY? If you've booked an early flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Los Angeles
C$1,457 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$2,396. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MKY to Los Angeles. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 32 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 54 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near LAX if you're catching a late flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. After your flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near VNY. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from MKY to Los Angeles at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles. July is the busiest month for a trip to Los Angeles. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MKY to Los Angeles in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Mackay Airport to Los Angeles:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Los Angeles must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
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