Flying from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore the options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) jetting off from either of these bases.
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is located in Sarasota. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to SRQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
From the centre of Los Angeles, LAX is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 34 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your flight from Los Angeles to SRQ:
About Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SRQ:
Getting from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to central Sarasota
From Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, Sarasota is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 12 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
For a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 145 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just 271 €. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Los Angeles to SRQ, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Sarasota in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Sarasota is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Los Angeles to SRQ in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Sarasota
After locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sarasota:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Sarasota is to check out its most popular attractions. Some highlights include The Ringling, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and Garden of Ancient Statues at the Ringling Museum.
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