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
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USALagos 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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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.