Travelling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind Berlin, where Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your BER to Los Angeles flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from BER to Los Angeles with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Berlin, BER can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to BER? If you're boarding an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Los Angeles, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Berlin Brandenburg Airport, 74.2% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Los Angeles
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Los Angeles flight is ج.م. 13,650. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 23,773. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BER to Los Angeles if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Los Angeles ticket.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Los Angeles. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BER to Los Angeles.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near VNY. Unwind and get cosy after your BER to Los Angeles flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Visit Los Angeles in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Los Angeles in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BER to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Los Angeles:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
