Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Los Angeles is eight hours behind Basel and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your BSL to LAX flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BSL and LAX:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 275 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 454 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from BSL to LAX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Los Angeles International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BSL to LAX by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of EuroAirport Swiss, data shows 76.48% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach EuroAirport Swiss from central Basel, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near BSL:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an EuroAirport Swiss to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Los Angeles International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Los Angeles in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BSL to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.