Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX).
Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX / LAX) is a commercial airport with general aviation handling serving Los Angeles, United States, at 125 ft elevation with a longest runway of 3,930 m (12,894 ft). The city centre is 19 km away in a straight line. 2 alternative airports lie within 100 km.
| ICAO / IATA | KLAX / LAX |
|---|---|
| Location | Los Angeles, United States (33.9425, -118.4080) |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Longest runway | 7L/25R: 3,930 m / 12,894 ft, CON |
| Time zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Scheduled airline service | Yes |
| City served | Los Angeles, 19 km |
| Official website | www.flylax.com |
Which airports are near Los Angeles International Airport?
2 airports on this site lie within 100 km, the nearest being Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport at 29 km.
| Airport | Codes | Distance | Longest runway | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport | KBUR / BUR | 29 km | 2,099 m | GA terminal |
| Van Nuys Airport | KVNY / VNY | 31 km | 2,439 m | Business aviation |
Which routes are flown from Los Angeles International Airport?
The routes from Los Angeles with the largest private jet markets at the far end are Miami, New York, Las Vegas.
- Los Angeles to Miami: 2,029 nm, about 5h 12m, empty leg estimated at $6,500–$31,200
- Los Angeles to New York: 2,125 nm, about 5h 26m, empty leg estimated at $6,800–$32,600
- Los Angeles to Las Vegas: 198 nm, about 0h 46m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,100
- Los Angeles to San Francisco: 302 nm, about 1h 03m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,300
- Los Angeles to Aspen: 630 nm, about 1h 55m, empty leg estimated at $1,700–$7,900
- Los Angeles to Dallas: 1,075 nm, about 3h 05m, empty leg estimated at $2,700–$12,700
- Los Angeles to Chicago: 1,514 nm, about 4h 14m, empty leg estimated at $3,700–$17,500
- Los Angeles to Toronto: 1,887 nm, about 4h 51m, empty leg estimated at $6,100–$29,100
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Questions about Los Angeles International Airport
Can private jets use Los Angeles International Airport?
Yes. Los Angeles International Airport has general aviation handling alongside its airline traffic, and its 3,930 m runway takes every aircraft category on this site.
How far is Los Angeles International Airport from Los Angeles?
19 km in a straight line from the centre of Los Angeles, using OurAirports and Wikidata coordinates. Road time depends on traffic.
What is the nearest alternative to Los Angeles International Airport?
Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (KBUR / BUR), 29 km away. Operators use alternates when weather, slots or opening hours rule out the first choice.
What documents do I need?
A passport for international flights and government photo ID for domestic flights. Visa rules are the same as for airline travel.
Sources
- OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). Airport codes, coordinates, elevation and runway lengths.
- Wikidata (CC0), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). City-centre coordinates used for airport-to-city distances.
Last reviewed 20 September 2026 by Empty Leg Exclusive Editorial Team.
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