Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Palermo Airport (PMO): what you need to know
The timezone in Palermo is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to PMO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Palermo Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LAX and PMO:
London Heathrow Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Palermo Airport (PMO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Palermo Airport flight is $474. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,278. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from LAX to PMO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Palermo Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LAX to PMO.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Palermo Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Palermo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Palermo Airport (PMO)
Consider booking a hotel near PMO if you're catching a late Los Angeles International Airport to Palermo Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Palermo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ECH, U-Save or Felirent and discover more of Palermo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Palermo Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Palermo Airport (PMO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Palermo Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Palermo in March.
The warmest month in Palermo is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Palermo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LAX to PMO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Palermo, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Travel about 434 kilometres north to Rome to check off its popular sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Italy, consider Naples, about 322 kilometres north of Palermo. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are among the biggest draws.