Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Merida Airport (MID): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Merida Airport.
The timezone in Merida is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LAX to MID flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Merida (and then discovering more of Mexico!) is easy with Viva Aerobus. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Merida Airport.
Viva Aerobus is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating LAX to MID flights, Viva Aerobus has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Merida Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between LAX and MID include:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Guadalajara Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Merida Airport (MID)
Right now, $135 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Merida Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $369. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LAX to MID. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Merida Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Merida Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Merida Airport (MID)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Merida Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MID instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Merida Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or INFINITY RENT to explore Merida and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Merida Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Merida Airport (MID)
April is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Merida Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Merida in March.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Merida Airport for May if you'd like to go to Merida during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to MID in January. Average temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Merida, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey about 290 kilometres east to Cancun to check off its top sights. From chichen itzá Park to Cancun Beach and Hotel Zone, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Mexico, head for Villahermosa, roughly 483 kilometres south-west of Merida. Tamoanchan, Catedral del Senor de Tabasco and Plaza de Armas are among its highlights.