Airport Comparison
| DRW | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Darwin International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | DRW | LAX |
| ICAO Code | YPDN | KLAX |
| City | Darwin | Los Angeles |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 103 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.410000, 130.880000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Darwin (DRW) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Darwin International Airport (DRW) in Darwin, Australia to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 12,675 kilometers (7,876 miles / 6,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.
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 18:35 in Darwin, it's 01:05 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.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Darwin (DRW) follows a heading of 271° (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 Darwin International Airport (DRW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.