Travelling from Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Get your trip started at Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR), the main airport in Myrtle Beach. Explore flights from Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles that depart from this base.
The major gateways to Los Angeles are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Myrtle Beach.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break, Christmas and Thanksgiving) can add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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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 around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is approximately 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to VNY. Unwind after your Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make collecting a Van Nuys Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from VNY before your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during peak travel times.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Myrtle Beach to Los Angeles, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are highlights which should be on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.