The flight distance from Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) in Khwai River Lodge, Botswana to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 15,940 kilometers (9,905 miles / 8,607 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 Botswana 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 13:09 in Khwai River Lodge, it's 03:09 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 2,872 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Khwai River Lodge Airport.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Khwai River Lodge (KHW) follows a heading of 76° (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 Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.