Distance from Tokyo to Los Angeles
8,839 km · 5,492 miles as the crow flies, about 11 h 33 min by air.
35.6850°, 139.7514° · Asia/Tokyo
33.9900°, -118.1800° · America/Los Angeles
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 8,820 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
Tokyo to Los Angeles at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 8,839 km / 5,492 mi / 4,773 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 11 h 33 min |
| Initial bearing | 56° (NE) |
| Halfway point | 47.899°, -168.485° |
| Tokyo coordinates | 35.685°, 139.7514° |
| Los Angeles coordinates | 33.99°, -118.18° |
Local time: Tokyo · Los Angeles. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Los Angeles.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Tokyo from Los Angeles?
8,839 km (5,492 miles, 4,773 nautical miles) in a straight line over the Earth’s surface, measured between the city centres on the WGS-84 ellipsoid.
How long is the flight from Tokyo to Los Angeles?
About 11 h 33 min in still air (800 km/h cruise plus 30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent). Scheduled flights vary with winds and routing, and connecting itineraries take longer.
Which direction is Los Angeles from Tokyo?
The great-circle route leaves Tokyo on an initial bearing of 56° (NE). The halfway point is near 47.90°, -168.48°.