The flight distance from Bunia Airport (BUX) in Bunia Airport, DR Congo to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 14,884 kilometers (9,248 miles / 8,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 DR Congo 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 07:18 in Bunia Airport, it's 22:18 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 3,917 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Bunia Airport.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Bunia Airport (BUX) follows a heading of 46° (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 Bunia Airport (BUX) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.