Travelling from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ): 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 your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) jetting off from either of these bases.
Take off on a direct Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Montrose is one hour ahead of Los Angeles. Montrose Regional Airport is located in Montrose, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to MTJ, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) operate from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport with United Airlines. This top carrier operates services from LAX.
United Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from LAX to MTJ.
Among carriers operating on this route, United Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to MTJ flight, stay in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MTJ:
You'll find MTJ at 2100 Airport Road.
Getting from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to central Montrose
Montrose Regional Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Montrose. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
At the moment, ج.م. 8,942 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 11,239. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book nine months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to MTJ.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
November is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ), while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Montrose based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Los Angeles to MTJ flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Montrose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC and 5ºC.
More about Montrose
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Montrose right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Museum of the Mountain West, Montrose Riverway Trail North Trailhead and Montrose Water Sports Park are highlights which should feature on any good Montrose itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Montrose has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres north-east of Montrose, a visit to Denver will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver | Convergence Station and Ballpark.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United States, head for Colorado Springs, roughly 274 kilometres east of Montrose. Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon are among its highlights.
