Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX): what you need to know
The timezone in Sanya is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LAX to SYX flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Sanya Phoenix International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LAX and SYX include:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Sanya Phoenix International Airport flight is 368 €. A return ticket is currently 830 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LAX to SYX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sanya Phoenix International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LAX to SYX.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sanya Phoenix International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from LAX.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Sanya Phoenix International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near LAX:
Arriving at Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
Reserve a hotel near SYX if you're catching a late Los Angeles International Airport to Sanya Phoenix International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Sanya Phoenix International Airport rental car and explore parts of Sanya that most visitors tend to miss. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Sanya Phoenix International Airport at least a few weeks in advance to secure the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) to central Sanya
You'll find SYX at Fenghuang Rd.
Sanya Phoenix International Airport to the centre of Sanya has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
June is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sanya Phoenix International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Sanya in April.
The warmest month in Sanya is June, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sanya Phoenix International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to SYX sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Zhanjiang is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sanya. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Jinsha Bay Beach, Techeng Island and Zhanjiang Museum.
Haikou is another well-known destination in China and is around 209 kilometres north of Sanya. No journey is complete without experiencing Baishamen Park, Holiday beach and Century Park.