Flying from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ): what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is located in Barranquilla. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Your flight from Los Angeles to BAQ won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more travellers during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Los Angeles to BAQ leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Van Nuys Airport and BAQ:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
You can reach VNY from central Los Angeles in approximately 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Los Angeles to BAQ? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BAQ:
Getting from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to central Barranquilla
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to central Barranquilla is about 41 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
176 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. Return flights start from 386 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To score cheap tickets from Los Angeles to BAQ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Barranquilla, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before booking a flight from Los Angeles to BAQ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Barranquilla, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport in January when temperatures average between 23ºC and 33ºC.
More about Barranquilla
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Barranquilla right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Barranquilla is to explore its leading attractions. Essential stops include La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
Complete your Barranquilla trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Los Angeles to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Barranquilla and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
