Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN): what you need to know
Rovaniemi is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LAX to RVN flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Rovaniemi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and RVN:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
At the moment, $387 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Rovaniemi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $700. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LAX to RVN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Rovaniemi Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LAX to RVN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Rovaniemi Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from LAX.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Rovaniemi Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LAX:
Arriving at Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Rovaniemi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RVN instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Rovaniemi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Finn-Rent to explore Rovaniemi and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Rovaniemi Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) to central Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi Airport to the center of Rovaniemi has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
When to fly to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
December is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Rovaniemi Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Rovaniemi in April.
When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Rovaniemi Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Rovaniemi, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -20ºC (-4ºF) and -4ºC (25ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to RVN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Finland
You've done Rovaniemi, now it's time to explore more of Finland. Travel around 161 kilometers south to Oulu to check off its leading sights. From Nallikari Beach to Northern Ostrobothnia Museum and Oulu Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Finland, head for Kuopio, about 418 kilometers south of Rovaniemi. Kuopio Cathedral, Kuopio Harbor and Kuopio Museum are key reasons to visit.