The flight distance from Council Bluffs Municipal Airport (CBF) in Council Bluffs, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 2,147 kilometers (1,334 miles / 1,159 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 09:51 in Council Bluffs, it's 07:51 in Los Angeles.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,117 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Council Bluffs Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Council Bluffs (CBF) follows a heading of 61° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Council Bluffs Municipal Airport (CBF) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.