Distance from Los Angeles to Major Cities?
About Los Angeles: Location & Geography
Los Angeles
United States · North America
L.A.City of AngelsEntertainment Capital of the World
Population 3,820,914
Coordinates 34.0522°N,
118.2437°W
Timezone America/Los_Angeles
UTC-8 / UTC-7 DST
UTC-8 / UTC-7 DST
Elevation 89 m (292 ft)
Country United States
Continent North America
Main Airports LAX · BUR · LGB · SNA
Distance from Los Angeles to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Los Angeles →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 8,756 km | 5,441 mi | NE | |
 Paris | 9,086 km | 5,646 mi | NE | |
 Dubai | 13,405 km | 8,329 mi | N | |
 Shanghai | 10,436 km | 6,485 mi | NW | |
 Tokyo | 8,815 km | 5,477 mi | NW | |
| New York City | 3,936 km | 2,446 mi | NE | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
 Mexico City | 2,491 km | 1,548 mi | SE | |
 Toronto | 3,494 km | 2,171 mi | NE | |
| Chicago | 2,802 km | 1,741 mi | NE | |
| Houston | 2,207 km | 1,371 mi | E | |
 Santo Domingo | 5,071 km | 3,151 mi | E | |
 Havana | 3,683 km | 2,289 mi | E | |
Closest Cities Near Los Angeles by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 100 km
| Long Beach | 32 km | S |
| Anaheim | 39 km | SE |
| Santa Ana | 49 km | SE |
| Torrance | 26 km | S |
| Garden Grove | 42 km | SE |
Within 300 km
| San Diego | 179 km | SE |
| Tijuana | 207 km | SE |
| Bakersfield | 163 km | NW |
| Oceanside | 124 km | SE |
| Victorville | 103 km | NE |
Within 60 miles
| Long Beach | 20 mi | S |
| Anaheim | 24 mi | SE |
| Santa Ana | 30 mi | SE |
| Torrance | 16 mi | S |
| Garden Grove | 26 mi | SE |
Within 200 miles
| San Diego | 111 mi | SE |
| Tijuana | 129 mi | SE |
| Bakersfield | 101 mi | NW |
| Oceanside | 77 mi | SE |
| Victorville | 64 mi | NE |
Within 500 miles
| Fresno | 205 mi | NW |
| Las Vegas | 229 mi | NE |
| Henderson | 230 mi | NE |
| San Jose | 306 mi | NW |
| Paradise | 225 mi | NE |
| Spring Valley | 221 mi | NE |
| Phoenix | 357 mi | E |
| Sunrise Manor | 233 mi | NE |
| San Luis Río Colorado | 229 mi | SE |
| San Francisco | 347 mi | NW |
Average Flight Times from Los Angeles
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~10h 44min | 8,756 km | NE |
| Paris | ~11h 6min | 9,086 km | NE |
| Dubai | ~15h 54min | 13,405 km | N |
| Shanghai | ~12h 36min | 10,436 km | NW |
| Tokyo | ~10h 48min | 8,815 km | NW |
| New York City | ~5h 22min | 3,936 km | NE |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Los Angeles Location & Key Facts
Los Angeles is the largest city in California and the second-most populous city in the United States. Stretching from the Pacific coast to inland valleys, it anchors one of the world's most influential metropolitan regions in entertainment, trade, technology, and design. The city is globally identified with Hollywood, car culture, and a year-round Mediterranean climate.
- ✓Home to Hollywood and the global film and television industry centered around major studios and production lots
- ✓The Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach together form the busiest container gateway in the United States
- ✓One of the world's most multicultural large cities, with major communities connected to Latin America, Asia, and the Pacific
- ✓Known for landmark destinations including Griffith Observatory, the Getty Center, Santa Monica, and the Walk of Fame
- ✓Will serve as a major host city for the 2028 Summer Olympics, its third time hosting the Games
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Los Angeles from the North Pole?
Los Angeles is approximately 6,221 km (3,866 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Los Angeles at 55.9° from the polar region.
How far is Los Angeles from the South Pole?
The distance from Los Angeles to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 13,794 km (8,571 miles).
How far is Los Angeles from the equator?
Los Angeles lies at 34.0522° north latitude, approximately 3,791 km (2,356 miles) from the equator.
How far is Los Angeles from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Los Angeles to Rome, Italy is approximately 10,191 km (6,332 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City?
The estimated flight time from Los Angeles to Mexico City is approximately 3h 46min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Los Angeles?
There are 264 cities within 200 km of Los Angeles in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including San Diego, Long Beach, Bakersfield.