GRQ
Groningen
Netherlands
8,977 km
5,578 miles
LAX
Los Angeles
United States
Distance
8,977 km
5,578 mi / 4,847 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
316°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GRQ LAX
Airport Name Eelde Airport Los Angeles International Airport
IATA Code GRQ LAX
ICAO Code EHGG KLAX
City Groningen Los Angeles
Country Netherlands United States
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 17 ft 128 ft
Coordinates 53.120000, 6.580000 33.940000, -118.410000

Groningen (GRQ) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eelde Airport (GRQ) in Groningen, Netherlands to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 8,977 kilometers (5,578 miles / 4,847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Netherlands 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 08:15 in Groningen, it's 23:15 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 Groningen (GRQ) follows a heading of 30° (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 Eelde Airport (GRQ) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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