Distance: Santa Monica to Los Angeles
Distance between Santa Monica and Los Angeles in kilometers, miles and nautical miles.
23 km
Straight-line
great-circle
12 nm
Nautical Miles
as the crow flies
31 km
By Road
23 min
32 minutes
By Air
flight time
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Santa Monica from Los Angeles?
The straight-line distance from Santa Monica to Los Angeles is 23 km (12 nautical miles). By road it is approximately 31 km (23 min drive). By air the flight takes about 32 minutes.
How many nautical miles is it from Santa Monica to Los Angeles?
The nautical distance from Santa Monica to Los Angeles is approximately 12 nautical miles.