Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
Perth is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your LAX to PER flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Perth Airport. These are the top stopovers between LAX and PER:
Sydney Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Perth Airport (PER)
Currently, $717 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Perth Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,493. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from LAX to PER. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Perth Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LAX to PER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Perth Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel close to LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Perth Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
If you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Perth Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PER:
Grab a Perth Airport rental car and explore Perth and beyond with your own set of wheels. SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals and No birds are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Perth Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Perth Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Perth based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Perth Airport for February if you'd like to go to Perth during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LAX to PER in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Rockingham is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Perth. Around 40 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Penguin Island, Rockingham Wild Encounters and Penguin Island Sand Bar.
Mandurah is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south of Perth. No trip is complete without a visit to Silver Sands Beach, Yalgorup National Park and Town Beach.