LAX
Los Angeles
United States
3,494 km
2,171 miles
PON
Poptun
Guatemala
Distance
3,494 km
2,171 mi / 1,886 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
117°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

LAX PON
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Poptun Airport
IATA Code LAX PON
ICAO Code KLAX MGPP
City Los Angeles Poptun
Country United States Guatemala
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Guatemala
Elevation 128 ft 1,801 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 16.330000, -89.420000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Poptun (PON) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Poptun Airport (PON) in Poptun, Guatemala is 3,494 kilometers (2,171 miles / 1,886 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.

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 United States with Guatemala. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:55 in Los Angeles, it's 02:55 in Poptun.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,673 feet between the two airports. Poptun Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Poptun (PON) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 310° (northwest). 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 Poptun Airport (PON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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