Flying from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Los Angeles. Check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when organising your flight from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ).
The timezone in Sarajevo is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles. Sarajevo International Airport is located in Sarajevo.
Your flight from Los Angeles to SJJ won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to SJJ departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX land on time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to SJJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SJJ:
Grab a Sarajevo International Airport rental car and explore Sarajevo and beyond with your own wheels. 387rentacar, Carwiz and Goldcar are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport flight.
Getting from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to central Sarajevo
Sarajevo International Airport to the centre of Sarajevo is around 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
P21,425 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport. Return flights start at P46,704. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to SJJ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Sarajevo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to SJJ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Sarajevo, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sarajevo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sarajevo right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Sarajevo International Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Sarajevo when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Skakavac followed by Bascarsija and Ferhadija Mosque.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
You've done Sarajevo, now it's time to discover more of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Travel around 137 kilometres north-west to Banja Luka to check off its must-visit sights. From Kozara Ultra Trail to Hot Springs and Banjaluka, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 225 kilometres north-west of Sarajevo, Bihać is another favourite stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina. No visit is complete without checking out Una National Park, Plaža na Uni and Bihać ️ Una View Point.
