Airport Comparison
| LAX | LBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Angeles International Airport | Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | LAX | LBB |
| ICAO Code | KLAX | KLBB |
| City | Los Angeles | Lubbock |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 128 ft | 3,282 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.940000, -118.410000 | 33.660000, -101.820000 |
Los Angeles (LAX) to Lubbock (LBB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) in Lubbock, United States is 1,532 kilometers (952 miles / 827 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 87°.
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 14:59 in Los Angeles, it's 16:59 in Lubbock.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,155 feet between the two airports. Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.
The return flight from Lubbock (LBB) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 276° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.