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Flights to Los Angeles
LAX is one of the busiest airports in the U.S. and a major gateway to Asia and the Pacific. Hollywood Burbank is a smaller, easier alternative for domestic flights to the north side of the city.
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Major airports
- LAX, Los Angeles International Airport
- BUR, Hollywood Burbank Airport
Airlines you'll often see
American Airlines, Delta, United, Alaska Airlines, Southwest. Routes and schedules change, so search your dates to see who flies when.
Popular flight routes
- New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX)
- Chicago (ORD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
- Atlanta (ATL) to Los Angeles (LAX)
- Dallas (DFW) to Los Angeles (LAX)
- Miami (MIA) to Los Angeles (LAX)
- San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Best time to visit
Los Angeles is pleasant all year. Spring and fall avoid summer crowds; late summer can be hot inland.
Getting from the airport
Rideshare and taxis pick up at LAX-it lots; FlyAway buses run to several parts of the city.
Travel tips
- Check Burbank for domestic trips if you're staying in the Valley or Hollywood.
- Traffic around LAX is heavy; leave plenty of time.
- Many flights to Asia and Australia leave late at night.
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