Distance from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

The distance between Los Angeles, United States and Philadelphia, United States is 3,843 km (2,388 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 4804 km (2985 miles) by car — around 60 h 3 min of driving.

Measure Value
Straight-line distance 3,843 km / 2,388 mi
Road distance (estimate) ≈ 4804 km / 2985 mi
Driving time (estimate) ≈ 60 h 3 min
Flight time (estimate) ≈ 5 h 1 min

Road distance and travel times are estimates based on the straight-line distance (road factor 1.25, average speed 80 km/h) — actual routes vary.

Place Latitude Longitude
Los Angeles, United States 34.052238 -118.243344
Philadelphia, United States 39.9510605 -75.1656204

Frequently asked questions

How far is Philadelphia from Los Angeles?

The straight-line (air) distance from Los Angeles, United States to Philadelphia, United States is 3,843 km (2,388 miles). By road it is roughly 4804 km (2985 miles), depending on the route.

How long does it take to drive from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

Approximately 60 h 3 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 4804 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

A direct flight covers 3,843 km in about 5 h 1 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.

How do I calculate distances for a whole list of locations?

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