Airport Comparison
| AZA | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | AZA | LAX |
| ICAO Code | KIWA | KLAX |
| City | Phoenix | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,384 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.310000, -111.660000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Phoenix (AZA) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) in Phoenix, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 629 kilometers (391 miles / 340 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 278°.
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 21:34 in Phoenix, it's 20:34 in Los Angeles.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,256 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Phoenix (AZA) follows a heading of 95° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.