The flight distance from Jeki Airstrip (JEK) in Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 16,223 kilometers (10,081 miles / 8,760 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 Zambia 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 09:17 in Lower Zambezi National Park, it's 23:17 in Los Angeles. With a 10-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 4,334 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Jeki Airstrip.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Lower Zambezi National Park (JEK) follows a heading of 65° (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 Jeki Airstrip (JEK) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.