GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
8,246 km
5,124 miles
LAX
Los Angeles
United States
Distance
8,246 km
5,124 mi / 4,452 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
308°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GLA LAX
Airport Name Glasgow International Airport Los Angeles International Airport
IATA Code GLA LAX
ICAO Code EGPF KLAX
City Glasgow Los Angeles
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 26 ft 128 ft
Coordinates 55.870000, -4.430000 33.940000, -118.410000

Glasgow (GLA) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 8,246 kilometers (5,124 miles / 4,452 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:43 in Glasgow, it's 21:43 in Los Angeles. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Glasgow (GLA) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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