Travelling from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Montrose.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MTJ to LAX flight.
Flying during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Los Angeles (and then discovering more of United States!) is a snap with United Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.
With 76.19% of services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MTJ to LAX flights.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MTJ and LAX:
Denver International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 102 €. A return fare is currently 177 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MTJ to LAX, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Picking up cheap flights from MTJ to LAX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
MTJ is located at 2100 Airport Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montrose Regional Airport, 74.27% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Montrose Regional Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Montrose. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MTJ:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Reserve a hotel near LAX if you're taking a late Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to the centre of Los Angeles has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Los Angeles. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Montrose Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MTJ to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
