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How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New York?

LAXLos Angeles
JFKNew York
Flight Time
4 h 55 min
Distance
3,979km

2,472 miles

Departure
04:10
Arrival
12:06
From

LAXLos Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport

Departure 04:10 · America/Los_Angeles

To

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Arrival 12:06 · America/New_York

Route Details

The flight from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York covers a distance of approximately 3,979 kilometers (2,472 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 4 h 55 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Arrival Time Zone
America/New_York

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New York?

A direct flight from Los Angeles to New York takes around 4 h 55 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Los Angeles to New York?

The distance from Los Angeles to New York is about 3,979 kilometers (2,472 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Los Angeles to New York?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 4 h 55 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from New York to Los Angeles.