The flight distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Hamburg, Germany to El Alto International Airport (LPB) in La Paz / El Alto, Bolivia is 10,725 kilometers (6,664 miles / 5,791 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 251°.

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 Germany with Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:08 in Hamburg, it's 19:08 in La Paz / El Alto. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 13,302 feet between the two airports. El Alto International Airport sits higher than Hamburg Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from La Paz / El Alto (LPB) to Hamburg (HAM) follows a heading of 36° (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 Hamburg Airport (HAM) and El Alto International Airport (LPB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.