Travelling from Los Angeles to Naha Airport (OKA): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Los Angeles. Check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when booking your flight from Los Angeles to Naha Airport (OKA).
Okinawa is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Naha Airport is located in Okinawa, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Los Angeles to OKA.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to OKA. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Naha Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from LAX.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to OKA flight:
About Naha Airport (OKA)
Book a hotel near OKA if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Naha Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Naha Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rakuten, Relax car hire or Hello rent a car and explore beyond Okinawa's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Naha Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
OKA is located at 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Naha Airport (OKA)
$552 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Naha Airport. Return flights start at $1,041. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to OKA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Los Angeles to Naha Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Naha Airport (OKA)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Okinawa. June is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Naha Airport (OKA), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Los Angeles to OKA flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Okinawa to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Naha Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Okinawa
Start your Okinawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Naha Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sayori Park, Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu and Historical Park are essential stops on your Okinawa itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Take your adventure further and dive deeper into Japan. Naze is around 306 kilometres north-east of Okinawa and has no shortage of things to keep you busy, including Ogamiyama Observatory.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Okinawa, Chabana is another essential stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Coastal Resort, Kotohira Shrine and Paradise Beach.