The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Praslin Airport (PRI) in Praslin Island, Seychelles is 16,665 kilometers (10,355 miles / 8,999 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:44 in Los Angeles, it's 09:44 in Praslin Island. With a 12-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 Praslin Island (PRI) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 350° (north). 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 Praslin Airport (PRI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.