The flight distance from Cagayan de Sulu Airport (CDY) in Mapun, Philippines to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 12,501 kilometers (7,768 miles / 6,750 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 Philippines 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 13:34 in Mapun, it's 22:34 in Los Angeles. With a 15-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 Mapun (CDY) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Cagayan de Sulu Airport (CDY) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.