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Airport Comparison
| IWS | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | West Houston Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | IWS | LAX |
| ICAO Code | KIWS | KLAX |
| City | Houston | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 111 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.820000, -95.670000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Houston (IWS) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from West Houston Airport (IWS) in Houston, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 2,191 kilometers (1,361 miles / 1,183 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 02:05 in Houston, it's 00:05 in Los Angeles.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Houston (IWS) follows a heading of 96° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the West Houston Airport (IWS) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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