Distance from Los Angeles to Mexico City
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles (United States) to Mexico City (Mexico) is 2,490 km (1,548 mi) as the crow flies. The estimated flight time is 3 hr 46 min. Mexico City is +2 hr relative to Los Angeles.
Straight-Line Distance
2,490 km
1,548 mi
Estimated Flight Time
3 hr 46 min
at 900 km/h + 1 hr ground
Time Zone Difference
+2 hr
standard time
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How far is it from Los Angeles to Mexico City?›
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to Mexico City is 2,490 km (1,548 mi). This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities, measured along the surface of the Earth using the haversine formula. Actual travel distances by road will be longer.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Mexico City?›
The estimated flight time from Los Angeles to Mexico City is 3 hr 46 min. This estimate assumes a cruising speed of 900 km/h plus 1 hour for takeoff, landing, and taxi time. Actual flight times vary by airline, aircraft type, winds, and specific routing.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Mexico City?›
Mexico City is +2 hr relative to Los Angeles. This is based on standard (non-DST) UTC offsets. During daylight saving time, the difference may vary by one hour depending on which regions observe DST and when they transition.