Travelling from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport (LST): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Los Angeles. Check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport (LST).
The timezone in Launceston is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Launceston Airport is located in Launceston.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Los Angeles to LST.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it simple to book a flight from Los Angeles to LST with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers between LAX and LST include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
LAX is roughly 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
After a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Break up your flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and LST include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
You can get to VNY from central Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Los Angeles to LST? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Launceston Airport (LST)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LST:
Getting from Launceston Airport (LST) to central Launceston
From Launceston Airport, Launceston is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport (LST)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport is $791. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,661. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from Los Angeles to LST, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to LST is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport (LST)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Launceston. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Launceston. The warmest month is January. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles to LST during then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 26ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport in July when temperatures average between 1ºC and 12ºC.
More about Launceston
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Launceston:
One of the best ways to get to know Launceston is to visit its leading attractions. Some highlights include Cataract Gorge Reserve, City Park and Tamar Island Wetlands.
Complete your Launceston trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Launceston. Check out the deals and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.
