LAX
Los Angeles
United States
2,866 km
1,781 miles
OAX
Oaxaca
Mexico
Distance
2,866 km
1,781 mi / 1,548 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
126°
southeast

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LAX OAX
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Xoxocotlan International Airport
IATA Code LAX OAX
ICAO Code KLAX MMOX
City Los Angeles Oaxaca
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Mexico_City
Elevation 128 ft 4,989 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 17.000000, -96.730000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Oaxaca (OAX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Xoxocotlan International Airport (OAX) in Oaxaca, Mexico is 2,866 kilometers (1,781 miles / 1,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:18 in Los Angeles, it's 03:18 in Oaxaca.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,861 feet between the two airports. Xoxocotlan International Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Oaxaca (OAX) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 315° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Xoxocotlan International Airport (OAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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