Traveling from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles is 2 hours 29 minutes.
Los Angeles and San Jose Cabo (where Los Cabos International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route, with 52 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from SJD to LAX is with Alaska Airlines at 19:59. Choose the first departure with Alaska Airlines at 10:37 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from SJD to Los Angeles, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Traveling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles that lands at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Direct flights from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles are operated by numerous airlines. Book your journey with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SJD to Los Angeles. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from Mexico and are traveling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
SJD is about 13 kilometers from central San Jose Cabo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SJD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Los Angeles
AED 556 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles. A return flight starts at AED 850. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap tickets from SJD to Los Angeles by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometers. It'll take you around 32 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 54 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles. Once you've disembarked your flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near VNY. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from SJD to Los Angeles at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles. To escape the crowds, travel to Los Angeles in May when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from SJD to Los Angeles in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Los Cabos International Airport to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
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