Phoenix to Los Angeles flights
Los Angeles lies 574 km (357 mi) west of Phoenix, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 29 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Phoenix | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.7 million | 3.8 million |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 96 m (315 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Nearest large airport | PHX, 6 km out | LAX, 19 km out |
| Postal codes | 85001–85098 | 90001–90189 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Phoenix
Phoenix is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,489-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA, 42 km).
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is served by 6 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 12,894-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (BUR, 20 km), Long Beach International Airport (LGB, 28 km), John Wayne Orange County International Airport (SNA, 54 km), Ontario International Airport (ONT, 59 km), San Bernardino International Airport (SBD, 93 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles International Airport | LAX | 19 km (12 mi) | 12,894 ft | 125 ft |
| Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport | BUR | 20 km (12 mi) | 6,886 ft | 778 ft |
| Long Beach International Airport | LGB | 28 km (17 mi) | 10,000 ft | 60 ft |
| John Wayne Orange County International Airport | SNA | 54 km (34 mi) | 5,700 ft | 56 ft |
| Ontario International Airport | ONT | 59 km (37 mi) | 12,197 ft | 944 ft |
| San Bernardino International Airport | SBD | 93 km (58 mi) | 10,000 ft | 1,159 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Los Angeles from Phoenix?
574 km (357 mi) in a straight line, west of Phoenix.
How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Los Angeles by air?
About 1 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Phoenix and Los Angeles?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Phoenix to Los Angeles flights?
Typically Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX); Los Angeles also has BUR, LGB, SNA, ONT, SBD.
Where can I stay in Los Angeles?
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Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.