Dallas, United States → Los Angeles, United States · ✈ 2h 59min · 🚗 32h 22min
1,076 nautical miles · Time difference: -2h behind · Direction: west
The distance from Dallas to Los Angeles is 1,992 km (1,238 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 59min.
The straight-line distance from Dallas, United States to Los Angeles, United States is approximately 1,992 kilometers (1,238 miles or 1,076 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Los Angeles is located west of Dallas. Dallas is in North America, in the South region of United States, while Los Angeles is in North America, in West Coast, United States. Both cities are in North America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,992 km | ~2h 59min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~2,590 km | ~32h 22min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~2,390 km | ~19h 55min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Dallas to Los Angeles. For 1,992 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 2,590 km, fuel costs for driving from Dallas to Los Angeles are approximately $207–$389 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Dallas sits at 32.7767°N, 96.7970°W, while Los Angeles is located at 34.0522°N, 118.2437°W. The initial compass bearing from Dallas to Los Angeles is 280° (W), so a great-circle flight path leaves Dallas heading roughly W. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 1.28° and the longitude difference is 21.45°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Dallas and Los Angeles is approximately 33.8800°N, 107.4407°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 996 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Los Angeles is roughly 2 hours behind Dallas. When it is 09:00 in Dallas, it is approximately 07:00 in Los Angeles. A 2-hour shift is small enough that most travelers adjust within a day. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Dallas is a major city in United States with a population of approximately 1,343,573. Located in the South region, it is an important hub in North America. Dallas is a significant metropolitan area in United States with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Los Angeles is a notable city in United States with a population of approximately 3,979,576. Situated in the West Coast region, it serves as a key destination in North America. Los Angeles offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in United States.
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1,992 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 1,992 km between Dallas and Los Angeles means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 6.6 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 59min.
See how the Dallas to Los Angeles distance compares to similar routes:
The straight-line distance from Dallas to Los Angeles is approximately 1,992 kilometers (1,238 miles, 1,076 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 59min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 32h 22min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Los Angeles is approximately -2h behind compared to Dallas.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,590 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,992 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: August 5, 2026.