Airport Comparison
| CLE | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | CLE | LAX |
| ICAO Code | KCLE | KLAX |
| City | Cleveland | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 800 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.410000, -81.850000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Cleveland (CLE) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) in Cleveland, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 3,297 kilometers (2,048 miles / 1,780 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 267°.
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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 02:44 in Cleveland, it's 23:44 in Los Angeles. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cleveland (CLE) follows a heading of 65° (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 Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.