Airport Comparison
| GMO | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gombe Lawanti International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | GMO | LAX |
| ICAO Code | DNGO | KLAX |
| City | Gombe | Los Angeles |
| Country | Nigeria | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,590 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.300000, 10.900000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Gombe (GMO) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO) in Gombe, Nigeria to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 12,750 kilometers (7,922 miles / 6,884 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.
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 Nigeria 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 00:00 in Gombe, it's 15:00 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,462 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Gombe Lawanti International Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Gombe (GMO) follows a heading of 57° (east 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 Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.