Airport Comparison
| GJT | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Junction Regional Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | GJT | LAX |
| ICAO Code | KGJT | KLAX |
| City | Grand Junction | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 4,861 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.120000, -108.530000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Grand Junction (GJT) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) in Grand Junction, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 1,053 kilometers (654 miles / 569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.
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 02:33 in Grand Junction, it's 01:33 in Los Angeles.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,734 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Grand Junction Regional Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Grand Junction (GJT) 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 Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.