Flying from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ): What you need to know
Start your trip at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), the main airport in Los Angeles. Look for flights from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) that take off from this base.
2 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport flight.
Montrose is one hour ahead of Los Angeles. Montrose Regional Airport is located in Montrose, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
You can pick from 2 direct services every week between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ). This is the busiest route, with United Airlines offering a 10:22am departure from LAX to MTJ.
Your flight from Los Angeles to MTJ won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're going away during a popular month like December, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can find a direct flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
When departing from LAX, you can catch a direct flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport with United Airlines.
United is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LAX to MTJ.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is United.
LAX is around 29 kilometers from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
81% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can arrive at VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 29 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Los Angeles to MTJ flight? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MTJ:
You'll find MTJ at 2100 Airport Road.
Getting from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to central Montrose
Montrose Regional Airport to central Montrose is roughly 3 kilometers. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
At the moment, P9,182 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P16,493. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Los Angeles to MTJ, book your ticket nine months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ). March is the most popular month to visit Montrose. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in November.
The warmest month in Montrose is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Los Angeles to MTJ plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC (5ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Montrose
Start your Montrose trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Montrose Regional Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Museum of the Mountain West, Montrose Riverway Trail North Trailhead and Montrose Water Sports Park are top sights which should be on every Montrose itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Denver is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Montrose. Around 290 kilometers away to the northeast, top sights here include Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station and Ballpark.
Around 274 kilometers east of Montrose, Colorado Springs is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon.