Travelling from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT): what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Around 2 hours 39 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport.
Los Angeles and Mazatlan (where Mazatlan International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
With 5 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) is the most popular route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 09:52. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from LAX to MZT is with Alaska Airlines at 11:45.
Your flight from Los Angeles to MZT won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
If you plan to leave from LAX, you can catch a direct flight from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport with Alaska Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to MZT. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
LAX is approximately 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Need a handy hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) offers direct flights from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT).
From VNY, direct flights from Los Angeles to MZT are available with Alaska Airlines.
Break up your flight from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and MZT include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour and 41 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to MZT, chill out in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
After your flight from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport has touched down, kick back at a hotel close by. Departamento de Lujo con Vista al MAR y Campo de Golf is a comfortable option just a short drive from MZT.
Getting from Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) to central Mazatlan
Mazatlan International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Mazatlan. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
85 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport. Return flights start from 266 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 2 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Los Angeles to MZT.
The cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Mazatlan in May when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Los Angeles to MZT, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Mazatlan, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport in January when temperatures average between 16ºC and 27ºC.
More about Mazatlan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Mazatlan right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Mazatlan International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Malecon, El Faro Lighthouse and Immaculate Conception Cathedral are popular attractions which should be on any good Mazatlan itinerary.
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