Distance from Los Angeles to Mexico City
2,490 km (1,548 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
2,490 km
Kilometers
1,548 miles
Miles
~3h 26m
Est. Flight
2h
Time Difference
Los Angeles
USAMexico City
MexicoThe distance between Los Angeles and Mexico City is roughly equivalent to 6 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood and Venice Beach, while Mexico City is famous for Zócalo plaza and Chapultepec Castle.
In terms of city area, Mexico City is 1.1x larger than Los Angeles. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
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Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Los Angeles from Mexico City?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to Mexico City is 2,490 km (1,548 miles).
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City?
A direct flight would take approximately 3h 26m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Los Angeles bigger than Mexico City?
Mexico City is larger at 1,485 km², compared to 1,302 km².