Qibla direction in Los Angeles
Short answerThe qibla in Los Angeles is 24° from true north, towards the north-east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 13,424 km from Los Angeles. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 24° clockwise from north.
24°north-east
Allow access to the orientation sensor and hold your phone flat. When the arrow turns gold you are facing the qibla.
How to check the qibla
- Set your phone compass to true north (not magnetic) if possible.
- Stay away from metal, magnets and electronics.
- Turn until the compass reads 24°; that is the direction from Los Angeles to the Kaaba.