Distance from Los Angeles to New York
3,936 km (2,446 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
3,936 km
Kilometers
2,446 miles
Miles
~5h 8m
Est. Flight
3h
Time Difference
Los Angeles
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USAThe distance between Los Angeles and New York is roughly equivalent to 10 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 New York is famous for Statue of Liberty and Central Park.
In terms of city area, Los Angeles is 1.7x larger than New York. 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 New York?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to New York is 3,936 km (2,446 miles).
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New York?
A direct flight would take approximately 5h 8m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Los Angeles bigger than New York?
Los Angeles is larger at 1,302 km², compared to 783 km².