Flying from Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore the options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) departing from either of these bases.
Lehigh Valley International Airport is located in Allentown. The city is in the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
To ensure you get on your flight from Los Angeles to ABE, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
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 Lehigh Valley International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can get to VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to ABE flight, stay in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near ABE and turn in quicker:
Pick up a Lehigh Valley International Airport rental car and explore Allentown and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Enterprise are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport flight.
You'll find ABE at 3311 Airport Road.
Getting from Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) to central Allentown
Lehigh Valley International Airport to central Allentown is around 6 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport is $408. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $478. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to ABE. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)
April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Allentown based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Allentown is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Los Angeles to ABE plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport in January when temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Allentown
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Lehigh Valley International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Allentown:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Allentown when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Allentown Art Museum followed by Lehigh Riverwalk and Allentown Passenger Station Historic Site - Lehigh Valley Railroad.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Allentown. Around 121 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Baltimore is another standout destination in the United States and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Allentown. No journey is complete without experiencing Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
