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Route Reference

Boston to Los Angeles

BOS
Boston
LAX
Los Angeles
Distance4,193 km / 2,605 miles
Estimated Flight Time≈ 4.9 hours nonstop
Origin Time ZoneAmerica/New_York
Destination Time ZoneAmerica/Los_Angeles

Airlines Based in United States or United States

These carriers are headquartered in one of the two countries on this route — check directly for current route-specific availability:

How This Route Appears in a GDS PNR

A segment on this route typically looks like this in a raw PNR:

2  BA 287 Y 15JUL 2*BOSLAX HK1  800A  2000P

The six-letter pair BOSLAX tells you the flight departs Boston and arrives in Los Angeles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Boston from Los Angeles?

Boston (BOS) is approximately 4,193 km (2,605 miles) from Los Angeles (LAX).

How long is the flight from Boston to Los Angeles?

A nonstop flight from BOS to LAX takes roughly 4.9 hours, based on typical long-haul cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft, routing, and wind.

What is the time difference between Boston and Los Angeles?

Boston is on America/New_York and Los Angeles is on America/Los_Angeles — check both before planning connections or calling clients.

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