Flight from Manila to Los Angeles

If glitz, glamour and famous Hollywood stars are your cups of tea, then Los Angeles is the place to go. In the south of California, Los Angeles is the epicentre of America’s film and television industry. People head to Los Angeles to see, and to be seen. Everybody knows the famous white Hollywood sign, and not far from it are studios such as Paramount Pictures, Universal Studios and Warner Brothers. If you are looking for the handprints and footprints of your favourite celebrities, then head over to the TCL Chinese Theatre.

Best time to fly from Manila to Los Angeles

Sunny throughout the year, there is no bad time to visit Los Angeles. However, the best time to visit the celebrity hub would be from March to May, which is during spring and from September to November, which is during autumn. From June to August, during summer, the temperature goes above 25 degrees Celsius and the beaches become crowded with people enjoying the sun, sea and surf. The year-end and the beginning of the year, during winter, is the lowest season and there is a reason why. If you decide to travel during these months, prepare an umbrella as there is a high probability you will see rain.

Main airports available in Manila and Los Angeles

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) – The Ninoy Aquino International Airport or NAIA is more commonly known as Manila International Airport and is the main airport serving Manila and its surrounding metropolitan area. Located on the border between Pasay City and Paranaque City, the airport is approximately 7 kilometres south of Manila. The most common mode of transportations used to get to the airport are the bus, rail, taxi and rental car. Though not that far from the city, the best way to get to and from the airport is by taxi. It takes 30 to 45 minutes to get to downtown Manila by taxi and fares are around PHP 300 to PHP 450. The airport bus to downtown Manila and costs approximately PHP100. NAIA offers all the amenities of a modern airport such as ATM's, currency exchange, duty-free shops, lounges and restaurants. If you're heading out, don't forget to stop by the Philippines most famous fast-food chain, Jollibee and fill yourself up before your trip.

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) – Los Angeles International Airport is the main airport and the primary international airport that serves the city of Los Angeles and the surrounding metropolitans. Being the fourth busiest airport in the world, getting to and from the airport is not hard, just that you will be faced with a lot of people. Amongst the easiest and most convenient ways to get to the Los Angeles International Airport is by using the FlyAway Bus. The FlyAway bus runs from LAX to downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood and Long Beach and only costs PHP404 to PHP500 each way. You can also choose to take the metro which runs straight into downtown Los Angeles. Another cost-effective way is to take the airport shuttle, which costs approximately PHP1500 and allows you to alight wherever you want. LAX is a modern airport with all the facilities any modern airport offers such as lounges, Wi-Fi, duty-free shopping, cafes, restaurants and easy access for the disabled.

Climate pattern in Manila and Los Angeles

Compared to Manila’s tropical climate, Los Angeles experiences a warm and temperate climate. Manila’s average temperature is 27.3 degrees Celsius compared to the average temperature of Los Angeles of only 18.2 degrees Celsius. The biggest difference between the two cities is the amount of rain that each city receives. Los Angeles only receives an average of 396 mm of rain annually compared to Iloilo’s average rain of 2047 mm per year.

Highlights attractions in Los Angeles

• Chinese Theatre Walk of Fame – Test and see how your hands and feet are compared to your favourite celebrities at the Chinese Theatre Walk of fame. This is where the celebrities immortalize themselves and a trip to Los Angeles would be incomplete without a trip here.
• Venice Beach – Venice Beach is the place to see and be seen in Los Angeles. The beach, often crowded with bodybuilders, skaters and bikini-clad Barbie doll figured ladies strutting their stuff along the boardwalk is where you should head to see how the people of Los Angeles live their lives. You can head to the beach to enjoy the sun and surf, or laze around at one of the cafes and watch the beautiful people walk by.
• Rodeo Drive – If you wondered how it would feel like to be Julia Roberts in Pretty Women, make sure to shop at Rodeo Drive. Rodeo Drive is lined with designer boutiques and flagship stores and will keep you busy the whole day. If shopping is not up to your alley, maybe take a stroll and see who you might bump into.