SMF to LAX Route Guide
Sacramento, United States → Los Angeles, United States
Quick answer
KSMF (Sacramento, United States) to KLAX (Los Angeles, United States) is a 324 NM (600 km / 373 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 151° (SSE). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 1h 29m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
324 NM
600 km / 373 mi
Initial Bearing
151° (SSE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
1h 29m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,472 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
27 ft
KSMF
Arrival Elevation
128 ft
KLAX
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 324 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SMF-LAX should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SMF and LAX?
324 nautical miles (600 km / 373 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles?
Approximately 1h 29m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SMF-LAX?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
151° true (SSE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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