The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Chapada Diamantina Airport (LEC) in Lencois, Brazil is 9,627 kilometers (5,982 miles / 5,198 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.

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 United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:15 in Los Angeles, it's 16:15 in Lencois. 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 1,548 feet between the two airports. Chapada Diamantina Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Lencois (LEC) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Chapada Diamantina Airport (LEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.