LAX
Los Angeles
United States
496 km
308 miles
SJC
San Jose
United States
Distance
496 km
308 mi / 268 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LAX SJC
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA Code LAX SJC
ICAO Code KLAX KSJC
City Los Angeles San Jose
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 128 ft 62 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 37.360000, -121.930000

Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose (SJC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) in San Jose, United States is 496 kilometers (308 miles / 268 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 09:45 in Los Angeles, it's 09:45 in San Jose.

The return flight from San Jose (SJC) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 139° (southeast). 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 Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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