Fly from Riyadh to Los Angeles with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Riyadh to Los Angeles with Etihad and see the unparalleled beauty of Southern California and the heart of Hollywood.
Soar across continents from the comfort of your seat and prepare to discover the iconic landscapes of Los Angeles. Discover where the silver screen magic happens with a visit to Universal Studios Hollywood and take a drive down Hollywood Boulevard to soak in Tinseltown’s magnetic atmosphere. Book your unforgettable trip today.
RUH to LAX: flight facts
Flying from Riyadh to Los Angeles: FAQs
What's the currency in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles, like the rest of the USA, uses the US dollar (USD). This makes it easy to travel from LA to elsewhere in California or other neighbouring States like Nevada.
Banks and Currency Exchanges across LA will exchange most currencies for USD. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, though cash can be useful for tipping staff in restaurants and at hotels.
What's the weather like in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles – and the whole California state – benefit from Mediterranean-like temperatures. Summers are generally warm and dry, while winters are mild but rainfall normally increases across this period. Temperatures rarely fall below freezing and only a handful of days a year are colder than 9°C.
Top tips for Riyadh to Los Angeles
See some of the best views in Los Angeles
While the view from the top of Riyadh’s Kingdom Centre is jaw-dropping, Los Angeles has its own array of magnificent vantage points.
Watch the sun set on Venice Beach or admire the view of the city from Griffith Observatory. Runyon Canyon Park is full of natural beauty, while for superb city views, try rooftop bistro Perch on Hill Street.
Visit Universal Studios
For its sheer breadth of entertainment, Universal Studios is hard to beat. The sprawling amusement park has rollercoasters, four acres of movie sets and the world’s biggest 3D experience, King Kong 360 3D, together with restaurants and bars.
Don’t forget the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, where visitors from Riyadh and beyond can venture into the heart of Hogwarts Castle.