The flight distance from Futuna Airport (FTA) in Futuna Island, Vanuatu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 9,604 kilometers (5,967 miles / 5,186 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Vanuatu 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 21:37 in Futuna Island, it's 02:37 in Los Angeles. With a 19-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 Futuna Island (FTA) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Futuna Airport (FTA) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.