Flying from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport (BNE): What you need to know
Los Angeles has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport (BNE) flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Around 14 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport flight.
The timezone in Brisbane is UTC+10, which is 17 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) is the busiest route, with 8 direct services every week. Get from LAX to BNE on Qantas's 8:30pm departure.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Los Angeles to BNE. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport (BNE) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from LAX, you can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport with Qantas.
The top choice among passengers flying between LAX and BNE is Qantas.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 77.78% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to BNE. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Located around 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to BNE flight? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Brisbane Airport (BNE)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BNE:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Brisbane Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and explore beyond Brisbane's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around four weeks before your Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport flight.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
The center of Brisbane is around 10 kilometers from Brisbane Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Right now, $335 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $671. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book three months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to BNE.
Organize your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport (BNE). Plan your visit to Brisbane in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Los Angeles to BNE plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Brisbane
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Brisbane right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Brisbane Airport:
Queensland Museum of Modern Art and Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Brisbane travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Explore more of Australia
Toowoomba is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Brisbane. Around 113 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include Toowoomba Carnival Of Flowers, Japanese Garden and Highfields Falls.
If you're ready to explore another side of Australia, consider Bundaberg, about 290 kilometers north of Brisbane. Mon Repos Turtle Express, Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Turtle Encounters are among the biggest draws.