Travelling from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Barranquilla, where Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is located. Los Angeles operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from BAQ to Los Angeles, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BAQ to Los Angeles. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from Colombia. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Los Angeles.
BAQ is approximately 18 kilometres from central Barranquilla. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 41 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near BAQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Los Angeles or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Los Angeles
ج.م. 10,799 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Los Angeles. A return flight starts at ج.م. 21,898. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from BAQ to Los Angeles, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Los Angeles is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 54 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near LAX if you're taking a late flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Los Angeles. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Los Angeles has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 34 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from BAQ to Los Angeles:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Los Angeles in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap flights from BAQ to Los Angeles sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
After locking in your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Los Angeles, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Los Angeles must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
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