Travelling from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport (OGG): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport (OGG) leaving from either of these.
Take a direct Los Angeles to Kahului Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 5 hours 50 minutes.
Kahului Airport is located in Kahului. The city follows the UTC-10 timezone and is two hours behind Los Angeles.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kahului Airport (OGG) is the most popular route. There are 38 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 5:59pm. Choose the first LAX to OGG departure operated by Hawaiian Airlines at 7am if getting there sooner works for you.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Los Angeles to OGG.
Popular months like December or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport (OGG) depart from this terminal.
A variety of airlines at LAX offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport. The most well-known include:
United is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LAX to OGG.
With an impressive 95.12% of services landing on schedule, United is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
81% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Consider starting your journey from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). You can book a direct Los Angeles to Kahului Airport (OGG) plane ticket with departures from here.
You can board a direct flight from Los Angeles to OGG with Aero. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of VNY.
Aero is the go-to airline for bookings on the VNY to OGG route.
With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to OGG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Kahului Airport (OGG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near OGG instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Kahului Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Ace Rent a Car and chase adventure across Kahului and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Kahului Airport flight.
Getting from Kahului Airport (OGG) to central Kahului
Kahului Airport is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Kahului. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport (OGG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport is 124 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 247 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to OGG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Los Angeles to Kahului Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport (OGG)
September is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport (OGG), while March is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Kahului based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Los Angeles to OGG plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Kahului, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February has temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kahului
Start your Kahului trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
West Maui Circle Drive and Palaau State Park are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Kahului must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Maui Nui Botanical Gardens.
Explore more of the United States
Kahului is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 153 kilometres west of Kahului, a visit to Honolulu will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.