Flying from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Norman Manley International Airport is located in Kingston. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Kingston.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from KIN to Los Angeles. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from KIN to Los Angeles, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
If you have a passport from Jamaica, you will need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Norman Manley International Airport to Los Angeles for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before you fly.
Travelling from central Kingston to KIN takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KIN? If you're catching an early flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to Los Angeles
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Norman Manley International Airport to Los Angeles is $335. The cheapest price for a return flight is $658. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KIN to Los Angeles if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Norman Manley International Airport to Los Angeles is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land 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 about 32 minutes.
It takes roughly 54 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Los Angeles. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
As soon as your flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Los Angeles has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 34 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The trip will take approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from KIN to Los Angeles, unwind at a hotel near VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Los Angeles while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Los Angeles, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before booking a flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Los Angeles, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from KIN to Los Angeles in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Norman Manley International Airport to Los Angeles, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Los Angeles itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental
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