Travelling from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8. The city is two hours behind Jackson, where Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your JAN to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
JAN is around 10 kilometres from central Jackson. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to JAN:
79% of flights that take off from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find JAN at 100 International Drive, Suite 300.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) to Los Angeles
The best price we've found for a one-way Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport to Los Angeles flight is 121 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 242 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from JAN to Los Angeles if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport to Los Angeles is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across every month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport to Los Angeles. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from JAN to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Central Los Angeles is located around 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your JAN to Los Angeles flight:
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from VNY ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to travel to Los Angeles. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from JAN to Los Angeles in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport to Los Angeles, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are top attractions which should be on every Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Los Angeles, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres southeast to San Diego to tick off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
