Airport Comparison
| BMW | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | BMW | LAX |
| ICAO Code | DATM | KLAX |
| City | Bordj Badji Mokhtar | Los Angeles |
| Country | Algeria | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,303 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.380000, 0.920000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Bordj Badji Mokhtar (BMW) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (BMW) in Bordj Badji Mokhtar, Algeria to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 11,127 kilometers (6,914 miles / 6,008 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 Algeria 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 08:22 in Bordj Badji Mokhtar, it's 23:22 in Los Angeles. With a 9-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 1,175 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Bordj Badji Mokhtar (BMW) follows a heading of 56° (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 Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (BMW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.