Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Daegu Airport (TAE): what you need to know
The timezone in Daegu is UTC+9, which is 17 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LAX to TAE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Daegu Airport. Many travellers pass through Incheon International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Daegu Airport (TAE)
$653 is the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Daegu Airport flight. Return flights start from $2,065. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from LAX to TAE, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Daegu Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Daegu Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near LAX:
Arriving at Daegu Airport (TAE)
Consider booking a hotel close to TAE if you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Daegu Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Daegu Airport (TAE) to central Daegu
From Daegu Airport, Daegu is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Daegu Airport (TAE)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Daegu Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Daegu. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in July.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Daegu Airport for August if you want to visit Daegu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to TAE in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres north-west of Daegu, a visit to Seoul will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in South Korea, head for Busan, about 80 kilometres south-east of Daegu. Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge are key reasons to visit.
