Travelling from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport (LST): What you need to know
The timezone in Launceston is UTC+11, which is 19 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Launceston Airport is located in Launceston.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to LST.
December is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to LST with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LAX and LST include:
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
LAX is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
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 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 29 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to LST flight:
About Launceston Airport (LST)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near LST and shut your eyes sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Launceston Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Apex and venture far and wide through Launceston and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Launceston Airport flight.
Getting from Launceston Airport (LST) to central Launceston
Central Launceston is around 14 kilometres from Launceston Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport (LST)
Currently, RM2,167 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM4,766. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to LST. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to Launceston Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport (LST)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. September is the quietest month to go to Launceston. January is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport (LST), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Los Angeles to LST plane ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Launceston to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Launceston
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Launceston Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Launceston:
You'll find loads of things to do in Launceston when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Tasmanian Wine & Cheese Tours followed by Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift and Kings Park.
Explore more of Australia
Hobart is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Launceston. Around 153 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Museum of Old and New Art, Wineglass Bay Day Tours and Mount Wellington.
If you want to check out another major destination in Australia, consider Burnie, roughly 121 kilometres northwest of Launceston. Penguin Observation Centre, Cooee Beach and Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden are among its highlights.
