GUA
Guatemala City
Guatemala
3,532 km
2,194 miles
LAX
Los Angeles
United States
Distance
3,532 km
2,194 mi / 1,907 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Guatemala
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GUA LAX
Airport Name La Aurora Airport Los Angeles International Airport
IATA Code GUA LAX
ICAO Code MGGT KLAX
City Guatemala City Los Angeles
Country Guatemala United States
Timezone America/Guatemala America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 4,952 ft 128 ft
Coordinates 14.580000, -90.530000 33.940000, -118.410000

Guatemala City (GUA) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from La Aurora Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City, Guatemala to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 3,532 kilometers (2,194 miles / 1,907 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 an international route connecting Guatemala with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:25 in Guatemala City, it's 23:25 in Los Angeles.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,824 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than La Aurora Airport.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Guatemala City (GUA) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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