Airport Comparison
| DWC | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Al Maktoum International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | DWC | LAX |
| ICAO Code | OMDW | KLAX |
| City | Jebel Ali | Los Angeles |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 114 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.900000, 55.160000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Jebel Ali (DWC) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 13,437 kilometers (8,349 miles / 7,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 354°.
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 United Arab Emirates 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 22:44 in Jebel Ali, it's 10:44 in Los Angeles. With a 12-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 Jebel Ali (DWC) follows a heading of 7° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.