Travelling from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles three hours behind Cleveland.
Take your pick of 15 weekly Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Spirit Airlines is the earliest you can take. Spirit Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:37.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your CLE to LAX flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Spirit Airlines offers direct flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Los Angeles — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Spirit Airlines on this route.
United Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for CLE to LAX flights, with 94.51% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between CLE and LAX include:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Right now, 76 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 133 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CLE to LAX.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
CLE's address is 5300 Riverside Drive.
76.58% of flights leaving from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Cleveland Hopkins International Airport from central Cleveland, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CLE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LAX if you're on a late Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you want to visit Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CLE to LAX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.