The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) in Malang-Java Island, Indonesia is 14,049 kilometers (8,730 miles / 7,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 Indonesia. 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 00:35 in Los Angeles, it's 15:35 in Malang-Java Island. 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 1,598 feet between the two airports. Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Malang-Java Island (MLG) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 53° (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 Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.