Travelling from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Los Angeles is ten hours 30 minutes behind Tehran and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your IKA to LAX flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between IKA and LAX:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
$1,042 is the best price for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,720. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from IKA to LAX, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Imam Khomeini International Airport from central Tehran, it takes about 1 hour by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you've booked an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another handy accommodation option near IKA.
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel close to LAX if you're catching a late Imam Khomeini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Los Angeles and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Los Angeles in May.
Book your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IKA to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
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