Airport Comparison
| JHW | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | JHW | LAX |
| ICAO Code | KJHW | KLAX |
| City | Jamestown | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,723 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.150000, -79.260000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Jamestown (JHW) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport (JHW) in Jamestown, United States to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 3,515 kilometers (2,184 miles / 1,898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 268°.
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 01:15 in Jamestown, it's 22:15 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 1,596 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Jamestown (JHW) follows a heading of 63° (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 Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport (JHW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.