Travelling from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Fukuoka Airport is located in Fukuoka. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, Los Angeles is 17 hours behind Fukuoka.
To avoid rushing for your FUK to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from FUK to Los Angeles with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
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FUK is about 3 kilometres from central Fukuoka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Fukuoka Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FUK:
Fukuoka Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from FUK land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
You'll find FUK at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Los Angeles
The best price we've seen for a one-way Fukuoka Airport to Los Angeles flight is $609. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,247. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from FUK to Los Angeles if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Fukuoka Airport to Los Angeles is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across each month and score an epic deal.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Fukuoka Airport to Los Angeles. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from FUK to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Fukuoka Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near VNY. Kick back and get cosy after your FUK to Los Angeles flight at one of these well-located options:
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from VNY in advance. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Fukuoka Airport to Los Angeles. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Los Angeles in December.
Before booking a Fukuoka Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FUK to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Fukuoka Airport to Los Angeles, check out our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.