HUG
Huehuetenango
Guatemala
3,402 km
2,114 miles
LAX
Los Angeles
United States
Distance
3,402 km
2,114 mi / 1,837 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Guatemala
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

HUG LAX
Airport Name Huehuetenango Airport Los Angeles International Airport
IATA Code HUG LAX
ICAO Code MGHT KLAX
City Huehuetenango Los Angeles
Country Guatemala United States
Timezone America/Guatemala America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 6,375 ft 128 ft
Coordinates 15.330000, -91.460000 33.940000, -118.410000

Huehuetenango (HUG) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Huehuetenango Airport (HUG) in Huehuetenango, Guatemala to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 3,402 kilometers (2,114 miles / 1,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 17:09 in Huehuetenango, it's 15:09 in Los Angeles.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,247 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Huehuetenango Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Huehuetenango (HUG) 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 Huehuetenango Airport (HUG) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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