Flight Time from New York to Los Angeles
The nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 5h 34m, covering 2,469 mi (3,974 km). Los Angeles is 3 hours behind New York.
Flight time
5h 34m
estimated nonstop
Distance
2,469 mi
Time difference
Los Angeles is 3 hours behind New York.
Estimated nonstop time from great-circle distance and typical airline block speeds. Actual times vary about ±30 min with winds, routing and aircraft - eastbound is usually faster than westbound. Times shown for direct flights; connections add layover time.
How long is the flight from New York to Los Angeles?
The flight from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes approximately 5h 34m nonstop, covering a great-circle distance of 2,469 mi (3,974 km). Los Angeles is 3 hours behind New York. Actual times vary by about 30 minutes with winds, air-traffic routing and aircraft type, and connecting flights take longer once you add layover time.
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