Airport Comparison
| ASV | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Amboseli Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | ASV | LAX |
| ICAO Code | HKAM | KLAX |
| City | Amboseli National Park | Los Angeles |
| Country | Kenya | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,755 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | -2.650000, 37.250000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Amboseli National Park (ASV) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Amboseli Airport (ASV) in Amboseli National Park, Kenya to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 15,717 kilometers (9,766 miles / 8,486 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Kenya with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:07 in Amboseli National Park, it's 03:07 in Los Angeles. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,627 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Amboseli Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Amboseli National Park (ASV) follows a heading of 41° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Amboseli Airport (ASV) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.