Travelling from Sydney Airport (YQY) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Sydney Airport is located in Sydney. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is four hours behind Sydney.
To avoid missing your YQY to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
YQY is around 11 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Sydney Airport to Los Angeles, check out Jacques Cartier Motel. It's a quick drive from YQY.
82.64% of flights leaving Sydney Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when flying out of YQY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (YQY) to Los Angeles
$496 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return ticket right now is $921. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from YQY to Los Angeles. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sydney Airport to Los Angeles across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sydney Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Los Angeles and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from YQY to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Sydney Airport to Los Angeles has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your YQY to Los Angeles flight:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make picking up a Van Nuys Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Generally, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from VNY as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Sydney Airport to Los Angeles. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Los Angeles in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Sydney Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YQY to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sydney Airport to Los Angeles:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are essential stops on your Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
