Airport Comparison
| GAE | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gabes Matmata International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | GAE | LAX |
| ICAO Code | DTTG | KLAX |
| City | Gabes | Los Angeles |
| Country | Tunisia | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 26 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.880000, 10.100000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Gabes (GAE) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gabes Matmata International Airport (GAE) in Gabes, Tunisia to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 10,759 kilometers (6,685 miles / 5,809 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.
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 Tunisia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:10 in Gabes, it's 23:10 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 Gabes (GAE) follows a heading of 41° (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 Gabes Matmata International Airport (GAE) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.