Houston to Los Angeles flight distance & time (IAH-LAX)
How far is Houston from Los Angeles by plane? The great circle distance from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 2,219 km / 1,198 nm, about 2h 53m flight time, with an initial heading of 288° (WNW).
| From | George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH), Houston, US |
|---|---|
| To | Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Los Angeles, US |
| Distance | 2,219 km · 1,198 nm · 1,379 mi |
| Initial heading | 288° (WNW) |
Airlines on this route
- American Airlines (AA)
- Continental Airlines (CO)
- Continental Express (CO)
- Copa Airlines (CM)
- United Airlines (UA)
Aircraft with enough range to fly IAH to LAX nonstop
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is Houston from Los Angeles?
- The great circle distance between Houston and Los Angeles is 2,219 km (1,198 nm / 1,379 mi).
- How long is the flight from Houston to Los Angeles?
- A direct flight from IAH to LAX takes about 2h 53m, based on a typical jet cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft type and wind - see the aircraft list above for type-specific estimates.
- Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Los Angeles?
- Yes - 5 airlines currently operate this route, see the list above.