AXT
Akita
Japan
8,529 km
5,299 miles
LAX
Los Angeles
United States
Distance
8,529 km
5,299 mi / 4,605 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-17h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
57°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

AXT LAX
Airport Name Akita Airport Los Angeles International Airport
IATA Code AXT LAX
ICAO Code RJSK KLAX
City Akita Los Angeles
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 313 ft 128 ft
Coordinates 39.620000, 140.220000 33.940000, -118.410000

Akita (AXT) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Akita Airport (AXT) in Akita, Japan to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 8,529 kilometers (5,299 miles / 4,605 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Japan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:43 in Akita, it's 21:43 in Los Angeles. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Akita (AXT) follows a heading of 309° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Akita Airport (AXT) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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