Travelling from Moscow to Los Angeles: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Moscow to Los Angeles. Explore your options for departing Moscow from Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO), Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO) and Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's chief entry points.
Los Angeles is 11 hours behind Moscow and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Moscow to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Moscow to Los Angeles
To pick up cheap Moscow to Los Angeles flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Moscow
Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Moscow to Los Angeles flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
SVO is around 27 kilometres from central Moscow. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Moscow to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
84% of flights departing from Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport reach their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SVO.
Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO)
You can reach VKO from the centre of Moscow in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Moscow to Los Angeles, kick back in one of these hotels near Moscow Vnukovo Airport:
Moscow Vnukovo Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land on time.
Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME), you can book a ticket from Moscow to Los Angeles stopping at Dubai Airport (DXB).
The trip to DME from central Moscow is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Moscow Domodedovo Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Moscow to Los Angeles flight:
The on-time performance rating of DME is 68%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is approximately 19 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Moscow to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Explore without limits with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Central Los Angeles is around 27 kilometres from Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from Moscow to Los Angeles has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Moscow to Los Angeles:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make collecting a Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by securing your ride from VNY ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month for flights from Moscow to Los Angeles. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Los Angeles in March.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Moscow to Los Angeles ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Moscow to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Moscow to Los Angeles, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are must-do's during your Los Angeles adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
