Hangzhou to Los Angeles (HGH–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between HGH and LAX, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
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Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Hangzhou
| Metric | HGH→LAX | SHA→LAX | PVG→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HGH | – | 86 mi | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 11 |
| Weekly flights | – | – | 76 |
| Flight time | 9h 37m | 14h 20m | 10h 29m |
Travel Essentials
HGH: CST · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Hangzhou, it's 3:00 AM in Los Angeles.
Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.
Hangzhou Metro Line 7 serves the airport, connecting to central Hangzhou (West Lake area via transfer) in 60–80 minutes (¥7–10). The airport metro station opened in 2021. Trains operate from around 6am to 11pm.The airport is 30km southeast of central Hangzhou. Taxis cost ¥70–110 and take 40–60 minutes via the expressway. Airport shuttle buses (¥20–30) serve major hotels and the city centre. Ride-hailing (DiDi) is widely used.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
HGH–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HGH to LAX
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
HGH to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HGH to LAX is about 9 hours 37 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,574 miles (10,580 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kansai, Incheon and Narita. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA) and Shanghai (Pudong) (PVG).