Travelling from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is 16 hours behind Sapporo, where New Chitose Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from CTS to Los Angeles, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from CTS to Los Angeles, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you have a passport from Japan, you will need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from New Chitose Airport to Los Angeles for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
Central Sapporo to CTS is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 59 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near CTS:
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Los Angeles
Rs132,120 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New Chitose Airport to Los Angeles. Return flights start at Rs233,620. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CTS to Los Angeles if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from New Chitose Airport to Los Angeles is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to show the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 54 minutes.
Book a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from New Chitose Airport to Los Angeles. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
The centre of Los Angeles is around 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from New Chitose Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 34 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
After your flight from CTS to Los Angeles, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to VNY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from New Chitose Airport to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from New Chitose Airport to Los Angeles, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from CTS to Los Angeles in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from New Chitose Airport to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are highlights which should feature on every Los Angeles itinerary.
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