Airport Comparison
| EDM | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | La Roche-sur-Yon Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | EDM | LAX |
| ICAO Code | LFRI | KLAX |
| City | La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs | Los Angeles |
| Country | France | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 299 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.700000, -1.380000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs (EDM) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from La Roche-sur-Yon Airport (EDM) in La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs, France to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 9,063 kilometers (5,631 miles / 4,893 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 France with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:26 in La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs, it's 23:26 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.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs (EDM) follows a heading of 38° (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 La Roche-sur-Yon Airport (EDM) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.