Phoenix to Los Angeles
1h 10m The flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) covers 595 km (370 miles) and takes approximately 1h 10m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads west on an initial great-circle bearing of 277°, passing near 33.7° N, 115.2° W at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 1h 05m | 1h 30m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 46m | 1h 11m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 40m | 1h 05m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 42m | 1h 07m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| PHX | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| City | Phoenix | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| ICAO | KPHX | KLAX |
| Coordinates | 33.4353, -112.0059 | 33.9425, -118.408 |
| Elevation | 1,135 ft | 125 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Phoenix to Los Angeles?
A non-stop flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 1h 10m. The great-circle distance is 595 km (370 miles, 321 nautical miles), flying west on an initial bearing of 277°.
How far is Phoenix from Los Angeles?
595 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 370 miles or 321 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between PHX and LAX?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 595 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.