LAX
Los Angeles
United States
82 km
51 miles
PMD
Palmdale
United States
Distance
82 km
51 mi / 45 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
21°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

LAX PMD
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport
IATA Code LAX PMD
ICAO Code KLAX KPMD
City Los Angeles Palmdale
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 128 ft 2,543 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 34.630000, -118.080000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Palmdale (PMD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States is 82 kilometers (51 miles / 45 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 00:55 in Los Angeles, it's 00:55 in Palmdale.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,415 feet between the two airports. Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Palmdale (PMD) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 202° (south southwest). 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 Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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