Flying from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport (STR): What you need to know
Los Angeles is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport (STR) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Stuttgart is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles. Stuttgart Airport is located in Stuttgart, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to STR.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to STR that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAX and STR include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
LAX is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Los Angeles International Airport has a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX land on schedule 81.05% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kms (20 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to STR flight:
About Stuttgart Airport (STR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near STR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Stuttgart Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Enterprise and discover more of Stuttgart and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport flight.
Getting from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to central Stuttgart
Stuttgart Airport is roughly 6 miles from central Stuttgart. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
£213 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport. Return flights start at £402. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to STR. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport (STR), while June is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Stuttgart based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Stuttgart is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Los Angeles to STR plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Stuttgart
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Stuttgart Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Stuttgart:
Porsche Museum and Mercedes-Benz Museum are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Stuttgart itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Marienplatz.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Stuttgart, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Travel about 193 kms (120 miles) east to Munich to check off its must-visit sights. From Münchner Oktoberfest to Marienplatz and Theresienwiese, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Wiesbaden is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 177 kms (110 miles) north-west of Stuttgart. No journey is complete without visiting Holocaust Memorial, Das Badhaus Health, SPA & Wellness and Rheinsteig | Start- & Zielpunkt Wiesbaden.