Carbon Footprint (Flight): New York to Los Angeles
CO₂ emissions for a flight from New York to Los Angeles. Compare all travel modes.
1006 kg
CO₂ Emitted
per passenger
1.01 t
Tonnes CO₂
Flight
48
Trees to Offset
trees for 1 year
—
vs Flight
less than flying
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the carbon footprint of a flight from New York to Los Angeles?
A flight from New York to Los Angeles (3945 km) emits approximately 1006 kg CO₂ per passenger. To offset this, you would need 48 trees planted for one year.
Is it more eco-friendly to drive or fly from New York to Los Angeles?
Flying from New York to Los Angeles emits about 1006 kg CO₂ per passenger. Driving emits about 674.6 kg. Train travel is the most eco-friendly option at approximately 161.7 kg CO₂.
Compare All Travel Modes
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Sailing
59.2 kg CO₂
59.2 kg
🚂
Train
161.7 kg CO₂
161.7 kg
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Car
674.6 kg CO₂
674.6 kg
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Flight
1006 kg CO₂
1006 kg