Airport Comparison
| EKN | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Elkins/Randolph County (Jennings Randolph Field) Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | EKN | LAX |
| ICAO Code | KEKN | KLAX |
| City | Elkins | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,987 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.890000, -79.860000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Elkins (EKN) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Elkins/Randolph County (Jennings Randolph Field) Airport (EKN) in Elkins, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 3,467 kilometers (2,154 miles / 1,872 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
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 04:11 in Elkins, it's 01:11 in Los Angeles. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,859 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Elkins/Randolph County (Jennings Randolph Field) Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Elkins (EKN) follows a heading of 70° (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 Elkins/Randolph County (Jennings Randolph Field) Airport (EKN) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.