LAX to MIA Route Guide
Los Angeles, United States → Miami, United States
Quick answer
KLAX (Los Angeles, United States) to KMIA (Miami, United States) is a 2,032 NM (3,763 km / 2,338 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 94° (E). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 4h 56m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
2,032 NM
3,763 km / 2,338 mi
Initial Bearing
94° (E)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
4h 56m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
7,596 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
128 ft
KLAX
Arrival Elevation
8 ft
KMIA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,032 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LAX-MIA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between LAX and MIA?
2,032 nautical miles (3,763 km / 2,338 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Miami?
Approximately 4h 56m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LAX-MIA?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
94° true (E). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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