Los Angeles International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 57m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport is the primary international airport serving Los Angeles and its surrounding metropolitan area, in the U.S. state of California. LAX is located in the Westchester neighborhood of the City of Los Angeles, 18 miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles, with the commercial and residential areas of Westchester to the north, the city of El Segundo to the south, and the city of Inglewood to the east. LAX is the closest airport to the Westside and the South Bay.
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Live weather
KLAXNOTAMs
KLAXReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7L / 25R▸ displaced | 12,894 ft / 3,930 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 7R / 25L | 11,095 ft / 3,382 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 6R / 24L▸ displaced | 10,859 ft / 3,310 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 6L / 24R | 8,926 ft / 2,721 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (11)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SOCAL APP | 124.300 MHz |
| APP | SOCAL APP | 36.070 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 133.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.400 MHz |
| DEP | SOCAL DEP | 124.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.650 MHz |
| MISC | CG | 34.500 MHz |
| MISC | CG | 898.400 MHz |
| OPS | AF | 37.220 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.800 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 15 of 103 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 28% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 83% | -151 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | -138 ft | |
| Mar | 79% | -60 ft | |
| Apr | 76% | 130 ft | |
| May | 61% | 291 ft | |
| Jun | 53% | 542 ft | |
| Jul | 68% | 707 ft | |
| Aug | 76% | 860 ft | |
| Sep | 70% | 827 ft | |
| Oct | 74% | 596 ft | |
| Nov | 77% | 151 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | -117 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-151–860 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Bank Tower | 1,017 ft | 328 ft | — |
| Aon Center | 863 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 804 ft | 351 ft | — |
| Two California Plaza | 751 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Gas Company Tower | 748 ft | 407 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 748 ft | 423 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Tower | 728 ft | 472 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 719 ft | 341 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Los Angeles International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Los Angeles International Airport?
The ICAO code for Los Angeles International Airport is KLAX, and its IATA code is LAX.
Where is Los Angeles International Airport located?
Los Angeles International Airport is large airport located in Los Angeles, United States, at an elevation of 125 ft (38 m).
How many runways does Los Angeles International Airport have?
Los Angeles International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 12,894 ft / 3,930 m.
Which airlines fly to Los Angeles International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Los Angeles International Airport include AeroMéxico, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Berlin, Air Canada, Air China, Air France, among 62 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Los Angeles International Airport?
Historical data lists 148 nonstop destinations from Los Angeles International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Los Angeles International Airport in?
Los Angeles International Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Los Angeles International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 11.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Los Angeles International Airport?
The nearest airport to Los Angeles International Airport is Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR), about 3.8 nm to the ese, followed by Santa Monica Municipal Airport and Compton Woodley Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Los Angeles International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.