Los Angeles Stadium
SoFi Stadium
Capacity
70,240
Matches
8
Deepest round
Quarterfinal
Roof
Fixed canopy (open sides)
Surface
Hybrid grass (temporary)
Timezone
PT (UTC-7)
Weather (Jun–Jul)
18–27°C / 64–81°F
Airport
Los Angeles International (LAX)
Getting There — LAX
Fly into Los Angeles International (LAX). Book flights 6–9 months ahead for the best prices. Compare on Google Flights, Skyscanner, or Kayak.
Getting Around
LA is car-dependent, but the Metro C Line (Green) reaches Inglewood near SoFi Stadium. FIFA shuttles will run from multiple locations. Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) are common but expect surge pricing on match days.
Where to Stay
Inglewood (near SoFi) has affordable chain hotels ($120–200/night). Santa Monica and DTLA have more nightlife but cost more ($200–400). Book 6+ months ahead. **Best neighborhoods:** Inglewood for stadium proximity, Santa Monica for the beach, DTLA for nightlife, Koreatown for food value. Hollywood is touristy but well-connected.
Weather — 18–27°C / 64–81°F
The World Cup runs June 11 – July 19 (summer). Los Angeles averages 18–27°C / 64–81°F during this period. SoFi Stadium is fixed canopy (open sides) — dress for the weather and bring sunscreen.
Food & Drink
Incredible diversity — world-class Mexican, Korean, Japanese, Thai, and fusion cuisine. Food trucks are a cultural institution. Don't miss Grand Central Market, Koreatown, and the taco stands on every corner.
💡 Insider Tips
- 1SoFi Stadium has a fixed canopy but open sides — it can get warm
- 2Traffic is brutal — allow 2+ hours if driving to the stadium
- 3The Metro C Line to Inglewood is your best bet on match days
- 4Rent a car for non-match-day sightseeing — distances between attractions are large