Traveling from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore the options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) departing from either of these.
Baton Rouge is two hours ahead of Los Angeles. Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is located in Baton Rouge, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to BTR.
If you're traveling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
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 will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Los Angeles to BTR flight? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
About Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
Book a hotel close to BTR if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Enterprise to explore Baton Rouge and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
BTR is located at 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive.
Getting from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to central Baton Rouge
Central Baton Rouge is roughly 10 kilometers from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
At the moment, $303 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $339. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to BTR, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
Think about the kind of vacation you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Baton Rouge. July is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR), which may be ideal if you enjoy traveling when it's busier.
Lock in a Los Angeles to BTR plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Baton Rouge to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Baton Rouge
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Baton Rouge right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport:
Your Baton Rouge trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Beauregard Town Historic District, Main Street Historic District and Louisiana's Old State Capitol.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Baton Rouge. Around 121 kilometers away to the south-east, popular attractions include Bourbon Street, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.
Around 209 kilometers north-east of Baton Rouge, Jackson is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and The Art Garden at the Mississippi Museum of Art.
