LAX
Los Angeles
United States
2,187 km
1,359 miles
YEG
Edmonton
Canada
Distance
2,187 km
1,359 mi / 1,181 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

LAX YEG
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Edmonton International Airport
IATA Code LAX YEG
ICAO Code KLAX CYEG
City Los Angeles Edmonton
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Edmonton
Elevation 128 ft 2,373 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 53.310000, -113.580000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Edmonton (YEG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) in Edmonton, Canada is 2,187 kilometers (1,359 miles / 1,181 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 9°.

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 Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:30 in Los Angeles, it's 00:30 in Edmonton.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,245 feet between the two airports. Edmonton International Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Edmonton (YEG) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 192° (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 Edmonton International Airport (YEG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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