Airport Comparison
| FMS | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Madison Municipal Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | FMS | LAX |
| ICAO Code | KFSW | KLAX |
| City | Fort Madison | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 722 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.660000, -91.330000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Fort Madison (FMS) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) in Fort Madison, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 2,498 kilometers (1,552 miles / 1,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 261°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 01:44 in Fort Madison, it's 23:44 in Los Angeles.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Fort Madison (FMS) follows a heading of 65° (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 Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.