Beach · Long haul · Spiritual. Compare cheap flights to Bali from US airports — flight time 19h 30m from Los Angeles International.
Compare flights to Bali →Bali is a long-haul destination from the US, suited to a beach trip with long haul and spiritual alongside. The 19h 30m flight from Los Angeles International (LAX) makes it a realistic one- or two-week trip, with onward connections from major hubs (JFK, MIA, LAX, ORD, ATL) opening up additional departure options. Round-trip fares sit in the premium long-haul bracket on this corridor, with prices from $899 when timing and routing align.
January typically delivers the cheapest fares (around $1528 round-trip on average), with prices climbing through August when seasonal demand peaks ($2876+). On the ground, Indonesian rupiah (IDR) is the local currency and Indonesian the dominant language — English coverage is solid in tourist quarters and at the airport. Visa: Visa on arrival or e-VOA — IDR 500,000 (~$35), 30 days, extendable once for another 30 days. 8-14 weeks ahead is the long-haul sweet spot — earlier doesn't reliably help, later starts to hurt; last-minute bookings on this route can run two to three times the cheapest fare we see.
By Louisa Lowe, Lead Writer · Updated for 2026.
Always confirm visa and entry requirements at travel.state.gov before booking.
From Los Angeles International (LAX), nonstop flights to Bali take approximately 19h 30m. Total journey time depends on your departure airport, any connections, and seasonal headwinds.
Visa on arrival or e-VOA — IDR 500,000 (~$35), 30 days, extendable once for another 30 days. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
The best months to visit Bali are Apr–Oct, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and weather is settled.
Indonesian rupiah (IDR) — most major hotels and restaurants in Bali accept card payments, but cash is useful for smaller establishments and tipping.
Indonesian. English is widely understood in tourist areas, hotels, and major restaurants.
