Travelling from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Getting away during a peak time like October? Popular periods (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RSW and LAX include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Dallas Love Field
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is $166. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $332. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from RSW to LAX, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from RSW to LAX. There's no need to check every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll let you know when the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
To reach Southwest Florida International Airport from central Fort Myers, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near RSW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel near LAX if you're taking a late flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles takes around 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 54 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you want to visit Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from RSW to LAX 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 looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from RSW to LAX:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are highlights which should be on every Los Angeles itinerary.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. After booking your cheap ticket to Los Angeles International Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Los Angeles stay.