The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Long Sukang Airport (LSU) in Long Sukang, Malaysia is 12,931 kilometers (8,035 miles / 6,982 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

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 Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:57 in Los Angeles, it's 17:57 in Long Sukang. With a 15-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 1,072 feet between the two airports. Long Sukang Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Long Sukang (LSU) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 48° (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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Long Sukang Airport (LSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.