Los Angeles from London, 5 – 10 Nov: £1,463 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $597 per person, $376 below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Typical highs of 72–78°F for beach days and city walks
- Free cancellation at all three stays, from $133 a night
The catch: It's one stop each way on AS with 31h of travel time in total, and a checked bag is about $140 for two.
Worth it if a stop each way doesn't bother you and you want 5 warm nights; skip it if you need a nonstop.
Worth it if you don't mind one stop: $1,941 for two, all in, which covers the flights at $1,194 plus 5 nights at the best-value apartment at $663 and its $84 property fee, taxes and fees included. You'd go Nov 5–10, 2026 for 5 nights on Alaska Airlines (AS), with one stop each way, not a nonstop. The total doesn't include a checked bag, about $140 for two, or spending money.
The total, before you go
£1,463 for two · 5 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £900 |
| Comfortable ENTIRE HOMES LA Haven near Great Dining & Nightlife, 5 nights, two guests, taxes in | £500 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £63 |
| The total, before you go | £1,463 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £106 |
£283 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £26 each way per bag on Alaska, £106 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£450 per person, return
£900 for two, taxes and fees included · Alaska · 1 stop · 31h
Out Thu, Nov 5, 2:45 PM – Thu, Nov 5, 10:43 PM · back Tue, Nov 10, 1:18 PM – Wed, Nov 11, 12:20 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | £450 | 1 stop | 31h |
| Virgin Atlantic | £629 | nonstop | 21h 35m |
| Aer Lingus | £459 | 2 stops | 31h 23m |
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026, 03:22 BST. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $597 per person, the AS fare is $376 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, across 12 offers we checked. That brings the whole trip to $1,941 for two, all in. It covers flights at $1,194 and 5 nights at $663 plus the $84 property fee, with taxes and fees included. A checked bag (about $140 for two) and spending money aren't included. Our budget sets aside $1,300 for spending, which works out to $130 a day per person. Early November is a good window to go: typical highs run 72–78°F with lows near 52°F, and the rainy-season note only covers January and February. It's a good first trip to the city, with room for beach days, museums, a studio tour and a day at a theme park while it's still warm enough to bike along the ocean.
The kind of trip this is
This is a big-city vacation with a beach on the side. Think market food and taco stands, studio tours, the Getty, the Griffith Observatory and a day at Disneyland. It suits a couple or two friends who like to see a lot and don't mind moving between neighborhoods. You can keep the pace busy, and 5 nights also leaves room for slow afternoons by the Pacific between the bigger days.
Weather in Los Angeles, 5 – 10 Nov
Typical highs 72–78°F, lows near 52°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 5 Nov | 76 °F | 51 °F | Overcast |
| Fri 6 Nov | 75 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Sat 7 Nov | 72 °F | 54 °F | Clear |
| Sun 8 Nov | 75 °F | 52 °F | Mostly clear |
| Mon 9 Nov | 77 °F | 51 °F | Overcast |
| Tue 10 Nov | 78 °F | 49 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Los Angeles
Comfortable ENTIRE HOMES LA Haven near Great Dining & Nightlife is the best-value pick and the one in our total. It's a one-bedroom apartment in Koreatown at $663 for 5 nights ($133 a night) plus an $84 property fee, and it scores 7.8 from 118 reviews. Reside Craftsman Los Angeles, a Wyndham Residence is the top-rated option at 8.9 from 493 reviews. It's a studio apartment in Downtown LA at $897 ($179 a night) plus $125 in property fees. citizenM Los Angeles Downtown scores 8.7 from 3,405 reviews and has a King Room at $775 ($155 a night) plus $108 in fees. Downtown LA puts you close to the Arts District, the Broad museum and Grand Central Market. All three are room only and offer free cancellation.
Comfortable ENTIRE HOMES LA Haven near Great Dining & Nightlife
£500 for 5 nights, two guests · £100 a night
See roomsReside Craftsman Los Angeles, a Wyndham Residence
£676 for 5 nights, two guests · £135 a night
See roomscitizenM Los Angeles Downtown
£584 for 5 nights, two guests · £117 a night
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Where in Los Angeles
- Santa Monica: Beach, pier and walkable streets without a car for a day or two.
- West Hollywood / Beverly Hills: Design hotels, Sunset Strip nightlife and Rodeo Drive.
- Hollywood: Walk of Fame, studio tours and mid-range hotels.
- Downtown LA: Arts District, Broad museum and Grand Central Market.
- Anaheim: Base for Disneyland Resort.
What to do in Los Angeles
- Spend a full day at Disneyland in Anaheim
- Take the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in Burbank
- Hike up to the Griffith Observatory for the Hollywood sign view
- Visit the Getty Center for art and city views
- Ride a bike from Santa Monica Pier to Venice Beach
- Eat at Grand Central Market, then the taco stands of Boyle Heights
Also worth it
- Spend a day at Disneyland in Anaheim
- Hike to the Griffith Observatory for the Hollywood sign view
Tours and tickets in Los Angeles
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Getting there and around
| Airports in London | Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN), London City (LCY) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Los Angeles | Los Angeles International (LAX), Hollywood Burbank (BUR), John Wayne Orange County (SNA) |
| Flight time | 31h (1 stop) |
| Distance | 5,440 miles each way |
| Time difference | -8 hours |
What 5 nights in Los Angeles costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £900 |
| Hotel, 5 nights (Comfortable ENTIRE HOMES LA Haven near Great Dining & Nightlife) | £500 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 5 days for two | £980 |
| Total for two | £2,380 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: London to Los Angeles
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £450 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £450 (15 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 2 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travellers from the United Kingdom need a valid passport for Los Angeles; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- You'll need a passport for this trip.
- Los Angeles is 8 hours behind London, and the currency is the US dollar.
- The fare is LHR to LAX with one stop each way. A Virgin Atlantic (VS) nonstop was $835 per person, or $1,670 for two.
- All three hotels offer free cancellation and are room only, so no meals are included.
- Prices are all in as we found them on our last check and can change before you book.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if one stop each way works for you. The fare is $597 per person, $376 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, and typical highs are 72–78°F. If you'd rather fly nonstop, the VS option was $835 per person.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $1,941 for two, all in. That's $1,194 for the flights plus $663 for 5 nights at the best-value apartment, along with its $84 property fee, taxes and fees included. A checked bag, about $140 for two, and spending money are extra.
How long is the trip there and back?
The AS itinerary has one stop each way and 31h of travel time in total. The outbound leaves LHR at 2:45 PM on Thursday, Nov 5 and lands at LAX at 10:43 PM local time. The return leaves at 1:18 PM on Nov 10.
Do I need a passport?
Yes, you'll need a passport for this trip. Los Angeles runs 8 hours behind London, and you'll pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs are 72–78°F and lows sit near 52°F for these dates. The day-by-day normals show mostly overcast days, with clear skies on Nov 7 and mostly clear on Nov 8.
Is 5 nights enough?
It's enough for a solid first look at the city. You could fit in a Disneyland day, the Warner Bros. Studio Tour, the Getty Center, Griffith Observatory and a bike ride from Santa Monica Pier to Venice Beach.
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