Airport Comparison
| BBG | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Butaritari Atoll Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | BBG | LAX |
| ICAO Code | NGTU | KLAX |
| City | Butaritari Atoll | Los Angeles |
| Country | Kiribati | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tarawa | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 3.090000, 172.810000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Butaritari Atoll (BBG) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Butaritari Atoll Airport (BBG) in Butaritari Atoll, Kiribati to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 7,865 kilometers (4,887 miles / 4,247 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
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 Kiribati 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 05:54 in Butaritari Atoll, it's 09:54 in Los Angeles. With a 20-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 Butaritari Atoll (BBG) follows a heading of 260° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Butaritari Atoll Airport (BBG) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.