Travelling from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city is in the UTC-8 timezone and is ten hours behind Bucharest.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Bucharest to LAX.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Bucharest to LAX that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between OTP and LAX include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Bucharest to OTP takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
BBU is roughly 8 kilometres from central Bucharest. Plan ahead to find the easiest way to get to the terminal.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Bucharest to LAX flight? Relax in a hotel near Baneasa Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Baneasa Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving as expected.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near LAX and turn out the lights sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
From Los Angeles International Airport, central Los Angeles is around 29 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, 275 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 585 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Bucharest to LAX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Affordable Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Visit Los Angeles in December for a quieter experience.
When booking your Bucharest to LAX plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport in February when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest to Los Angeles International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your Los Angeles trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions worth exploring include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Bakersfield, roughly 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.