Distance from Los Angeles to Athens by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Los Angeles (CA) to Athens (GA) is 1988 miles or 3199 kilometers or 1727 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Los Angeles to Athens is 2247 miles (3617 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 259 miles or 418 km.

Flight distance from Los Angeles, CA to Athens, GA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Los Angeles and Athens is 1988 miles or 3199 km.
The nearest airport to Los Angeles, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and the nearest airport to Athens, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

What is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Athens?

Flight time from Los Angeles, CA to Athens, GA is 4 hours 34 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Los Angeles to Athens Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Los Angeles, CA and Athens, GA
This map shows the distance from Los Angeles, CA, Usa to Athens, GA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Los Angeles, California to Athens, Georgia is displayed below.

Driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to Athens, GA

The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to Athens, Georgia is 2247 miles or 3617 km.
The total driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to Athens, GA is 2247 miles or 3617 kilometers. Your trip begins in Los Angeles, California. It ends in Athens, Georgia.
The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to Athens, Georgia is approximately 2247 miles (3617 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 39 to 40 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Los Angeles, CA to Athens, GA

How long is the drive from Los Angeles, CA to Athens, GA?
The total driving time is 39 hours, 23 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Los Angeles to Athens take?
Los Angeles and Athens are 39 hours 23 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Los Angeles and Athens

Time difference between Los Angeles (CA) and Athens (GA) is 3 Hours.
Athens time is 3 Hours ahead of Los Angeles.

Current local time in Los AngelesCurrent local time in Athens
2025-12-17, 02:45:40 PST2025-12-17, 05:45:40 EST
How Far is it Between Los Angeles California, USA and Athens Georgia, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Los Angeles, CA and Athens, GA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2247 mi 3617 km 1951.29 nmi
Straight line distance 1988 mi 3199 km 1727 nmi
Difference 259 mi 418 km 224 nmi

Los Angeles Details

Los Angeles is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 3' 8'' Longitude: W 118° 14' 37.2''
Latitude34.05223
Longitude-118.24368
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Los Angeles

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Athens Details

Athens is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 57' 7.9'' Longitude: W 83° 22' 1.7''
Latitude33.95219
Longitude-83.36715
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Athens

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Los Angeles, CA and Athens, GA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 75 hours 21 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 56 hours 30 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 50 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 45 hours 12 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 41 hours 6 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 37 hours 40 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 34 hours 46 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 32 hours 17 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 30 hours 8 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 28 hours 15 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 26 hours 35 minutes