Distance from Tokyo to Los Angeles
The straight-line distance from Tokyo (Japan) to Los Angeles (United States) is 8,819 km (5,480 mi) as the crow flies. The estimated flight time is 10 hr 48 min. Los Angeles is -17 hr relative to Tokyo.
Straight-Line Distance
8,819 km
5,480 mi
Estimated Flight Time
10 hr 48 min
at 900 km/h + 1 hr ground
Time Zone Difference
-17 hr
standard time
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How far is it from Tokyo to Los Angeles?›
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Tokyo to Los Angeles is 8,819 km (5,480 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 Tokyo to Los Angeles?›
The estimated flight time from Tokyo to Los Angeles is 10 hr 48 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 Tokyo and Los Angeles?›
Los Angeles is -17 hr relative to Tokyo. 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.