Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Austin is two hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Take your pick of 98 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest available. Southwest Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your LAX to AUS flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, so getting to Austin (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering LAX to AUS flights. A dependable 86.21% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LAX and AUS include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
El Paso International Airport
San Diego International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
34 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 80 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from LAX to AUS by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LAX to AUS is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LAX land at their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LAX. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
If you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near AUS:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Easirent and explore beyond Austin's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Austin. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Austin. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Austin is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to AUS in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Austin. Around 241 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Austin, San Antonio is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.