Flying from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Southwest Florida International Airport is located in Fort Myers. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is three hours behind Fort Myers.
Allow plenty of time to catch your RSW to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
RSW is about 16 kilometres from central Fort Myers. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near RSW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Southwest Florida International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.32% of flights complete their journey on time.
RSW is located at 11000 Terminal Access Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Los Angeles
The best price we've seen for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles flight is 89 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 154 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from RSW to Los Angeles, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles ticket.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from RSW to Los Angeles.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to VNY. Unwind and get cosy after your RSW to Los Angeles flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Secure your ride from VNY as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Travel to Los Angeles during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RSW to Los Angeles around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are highlights which should be on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.