Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Los Angeles is 11 hours behind Riyadh and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your RUH to LAX flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RUH and LAX:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
$758 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,124. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from RUH to LAX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Riyadh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RUH to LAX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RUH land on schedule 85% of the time.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, check out Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short ride from RUH.
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel close to LAX if you're on a late Riyadh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Riyadh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to LAX in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are key highlights.