LAS to LAX Route Guide
Las Vegas, United States → Los Angeles, United States
Quick answer
KLAS (Las Vegas, United States) to KLAX (Los Angeles, United States) is a 205 NM (380 km / 236 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 232° (SW). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 43m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
205 NM
380 km / 236 mi
Initial Bearing
232° (SW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 43m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,115 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
2,181 ft
KLAS
Arrival Elevation
128 ft
KLAX
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 205 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LAS-LAX should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between LAS and LAX?
205 nautical miles (380 km / 236 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Las Vegas to Los Angeles?
Approximately 1h 43m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LAS-LAX?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
232° true (SW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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