Travelling from Culiacan International Airport (CUL) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles and Culiacan (where Culiacan International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from CUL to Los Angeles.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your journey. When booking your flight from CUL to Los Angeles, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is a great option.
If you hold a passport from Mexico, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Culiacan International 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 ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
To reach CUL from central Culiacan, it takes around 23 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Culiacan International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near CUL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Culiacan International Airport (CUL) to Los Angeles
166 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Culiacan International Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 259 €. 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 CUL to Los Angeles. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Culiacan International Airport to Los Angeles.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the centre of Los Angeles takes around 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 54 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to LAX if you're taking a late flight from Culiacan International Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Culiacan International 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 by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
After your flight from CUL to Los Angeles, tuck yourself in at a hotel near VNY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Culiacan International Airport to Los Angeles. July is the busiest month to travel to Los Angeles. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Culiacan International Airport to Los Angeles in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from CUL to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
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Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
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