Airport Comparison
| ASE | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Aspen-Pitkin County/Sardy Field | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | ASE | LAX |
| ICAO Code | KASE | KLAX |
| City | Aspen | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 7,838 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.220000, -106.870000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Aspen (ASE) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Aspen-Pitkin County/Sardy Field (ASE) in Aspen, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 1,185 kilometers (736 miles / 640 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 01:41 in Aspen, it's 00:41 in Los Angeles.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,710 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Aspen-Pitkin County/Sardy Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Aspen (ASE) follows a heading of 57° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Aspen-Pitkin County/Sardy Field (ASE) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.