Airport Comparison
| LAX | PGK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Angeles International Airport | Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport |
| IATA Code | LAX | PGK |
| ICAO Code | KLAX | WIPK |
| City | Los Angeles | Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island |
| Country | United States | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Jakarta |
| Elevation | 128 ft | 109 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.940000, -118.410000 | -2.160000, 106.140000 |
Los Angeles (LAX) to Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island (PGK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport (PGK) in Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island, Indonesia is 14,202 kilometers (8,825 miles / 7,669 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.
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 09:36 in Los Angeles, it's 00:36 in Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka 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.
The return flight from Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island (PGK) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 47° (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 Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport (PGK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.