Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Naha Airport (OKA): what you need to know
The timezone in Okinawa is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LAX to OKA flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Naha Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LAX and OKA include:
Haneda Airport
Narita International Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Naha Airport (OKA)
Right now, AED 1,135 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Naha Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 2,238. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from LAX to OKA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Naha Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LAX to OKA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Naha Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX reach their destination on time.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Naha Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Naha Airport (OKA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Naha Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near OKA instead:
Grab a Naha Airport rental car and discover Okinawa and beyond with your own wheels. Rakuten, Relax car rental and Hello rent a car are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Naha Airport around two weeks before traveling.
Getting from Naha Airport (OKA) to central Okinawa
The street address for OKA is 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
Naha Airport to central Okinawa has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
When to fly to Naha Airport (OKA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Naha Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Okinawa. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Naha Airport for August if you want to explore Okinawa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to OKA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Okinawa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. About 18 kilometers south-west of Okinawa, a trip to Naha will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Nahashi Wakasa Community Center, Namura Hall and 那覇地方検察庁・福岡高等検察庁那覇支部.
If you're eager to discover another side of Japan, consider Ginowan, roughly 8 kilometers south-west of Okinawa. ラウンドワンスタジアム沖縄宜野湾店スポッチャ, ラウンドワンスタジアム 沖縄・宜野湾店 カラオケ and ぎのわんマリーナ海の駅 are highlights.