Airport Comparison
| ESB | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Esenboga International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | ESB | LAX |
| ICAO Code | LTAC | KLAX |
| City | Ankara | Los Angeles |
| Country | Turkey | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,125 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.130000, 33.000000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Ankara (ESB) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) in Ankara, Turkey to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 11,272 kilometers (7,004 miles / 6,086 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 Turkey 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 11:43 in Ankara, it's 00:43 in Los Angeles. With a 11-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 2,997 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Esenboga International Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Ankara (ESB) follows a heading of 22° (north 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 Esenboga International Airport (ESB) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.