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Distance from Lagos to Los Angeles

12,408 km (7,710 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

12,408 km

Kilometers

7,710 miles

Miles

~15h 6m

Est. Flight

9h

Time Difference

Lagos

Nigeria
Area: 1,172 km²
Population: 15.39M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 41m

Los Angeles

USA
Area: 1,302 km²
Population: 3.97M
Timezone: UTC-8
Elevation: 71m

Lagos and Los Angeles are separated by over 12000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across an entire ocean.

Lagos is known for Afrobeats music scene and Lekki Conservation Centre, while Los Angeles is famous for Hollywood and Venice Beach.

In terms of city area, Los Angeles is 1.1x larger than Lagos. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Lagos from Los Angeles?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Lagos to Los Angeles is 12,408 km (7,710 miles).

How long is the flight from Lagos to Los Angeles?

A direct flight would take approximately 15h 6m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Lagos bigger than Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is larger at 1,302 km², compared to 1,172 km².

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