Flying from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport (ADL) flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Adelaide Airport is located in Adelaide. The city operates in the UTC+10:30 timezone and is 17 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to ADL. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Los Angeles to ADL leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is approximately 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Van Nuys Airport and ADL:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 34 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Los Angeles to ADL, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Adelaide Airport (ADL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ADL instead:
Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide
Adelaide Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Adelaide. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
It'll take around 49 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport is 414 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 902 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to ADL if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, making it easy to find a flight that fits your budget.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Adelaide. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Adelaide is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles to ADL in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Adelaide
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Adelaide right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Adelaide Botanic Garden, Glenelg Beach and Adelaide Oval are popular attractions which should be on any good Adelaide itinerary.
Complete your Adelaide trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Los Angeles to Adelaide Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Adelaide and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.