Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport.
Oaxaca's timezone is UTC-6, making Oaxaca two hours ahead of Los Angeles.
There are four Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport flights each week.
Your LAX to OAX flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Volaris has direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Oaxaca — and maybe even more of Mexico if you have time.
Volaris tops the list for bookings on this route.
Volaris ranks as the top on-time carrier for LAX to OAX flights, with 94.74% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LAX and OAX:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight is 107 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 265 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from LAX to OAX by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LAX to OAX by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OAX instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Oaxaca Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Economy or Europcar and experience more of Oaxaca and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Oaxaca Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Oaxaca Airport to central Oaxaca has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Oaxaca based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Oaxaca Airport for April if you want to explore Oaxaca during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to OAX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Oaxaca. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca. No journey is complete without dropping by Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.

