Distance from Los Angeles to New York City by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Los Angeles (CA) to New York City (NY) is 2450 miles or 3942 kilometers or 2127 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Los Angeles to New York City is 2802 miles (4510 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 352 miles or 568 km.

Flight distance from Los Angeles, CA to New York City, NY in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Los Angeles and New York City is 2450 miles or 3942 km.
The nearest airport to Los Angeles, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and the nearest airport to New York City, is John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

What is the average flight time from Los Angeles to New York City?

Flight time from Los Angeles, CA to New York City, NY is 5 hours 37 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Los Angeles to New York City Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Los Angeles, CA and New York City, NY
This map shows the distance from Los Angeles, CA, Usa to New York City, NY, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Los Angeles, California to New York City, New York is displayed below.

Driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to New York City, NY

The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to New York City, New York is 2802 miles or 4510 km.
The total driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to New York City, NY is 2802 miles or 4510 kilometers. Your trip begins in Los Angeles, California. It ends in New York City, New York.
The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to New York City, New York is approximately 2802 miles (4510 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 49 to 50 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Los Angeles, CA to New York City, NY

How long is the drive from Los Angeles, CA to New York City, NY?
The total driving time is 49 hours, 58 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Los Angeles to New York City take?
Los Angeles and New York City are 49 hours 58 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Los Angeles and New York City

Time difference between Los Angeles (CA) and New York City (NY) is 3 Hours.
New York City time is 3 Hours ahead of Los Angeles.

Current local time in Los AngelesCurrent local time in New York City
2024-11-22, 12:00:29 PST2024-11-22, 15:00:29 EST
How Far is it Between Los Angeles California, USA and New York City New York, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Los Angeles, CA and New York City, NY in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2802 mi 4510 km 2433.26 nmi
Straight line distance 2450 mi 3942 km 2127 nmi
Difference 352 mi 568 km 306 nmi

Los Angeles Details

Los Angeles is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 3' 8'' Longitude: W 118° 14' 37.2''
Latitude34.05223
Longitude-118.24368
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Los Angeles

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New York City Details

New York City is located in New York, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 40° 39' 48.5'' Longitude: W 73° 56' 19.3''
Latitude40.66347
Longitude-73.9387
StateNew York
Nearest airports to New York City

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Los Angeles, CA and New York City, NY
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 93 hours 57 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 70 hours 28 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 62 hours 38 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 56 hours 22 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 51 hours 15 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 46 hours 58 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 43 hours 21 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 40 hours 16 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 37 hours 35 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 35 hours 14 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 33 hours 9 minutes