Airport Comparison
| AYQ | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ayers Rock Connellan Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | AYQ | LAX |
| ICAO Code | YAYE | KLAX |
| City | Ayers Rock | Los Angeles |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,626 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | -25.190000, 130.980000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Ayers Rock (AYQ) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) in Ayers Rock, Australia to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 13,357 kilometers (8,300 miles / 7,212 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.
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 Australia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:01 in Ayers Rock, it's 02:31 in Los Angeles. With a 17.5-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 1,498 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Ayers Rock Connellan Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Ayers Rock (AYQ) follows a heading of 258° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.