Airport Comparison
| FSD | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Joe Foss Field | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | FSD | LAX |
| ICAO Code | KFSD | KLAX |
| City | Sioux Falls | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,430 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.580000, -96.740000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Sioux Falls (FSD) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Joe Foss Field (FSD) in Sioux Falls, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 2,154 kilometers (1,338 miles / 1,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.
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 05:36 in Sioux Falls, it's 03:36 in Los Angeles.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,302 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Joe Foss Field.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sioux Falls (FSD) follows a heading of 54° (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 Joe Foss Field (FSD) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.