Airport Comparison
| LAX | SCP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Angeles International Airport | Mont-Dauphin - St-Crepin Airport |
| IATA Code | LAX | SCP |
| ICAO Code | KLAX | LFNC |
| City | Los Angeles | Mende |
| Country | United States | France |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Europe/Paris |
| Elevation | 128 ft | 2,963 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.940000, -118.410000 | 44.700000, 6.600000 |
Los Angeles (LAX) to Mende (SCP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Mont-Dauphin - St-Crepin Airport (SCP) in Mende, France is 9,661 kilometers (6,003 miles / 5,216 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
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 France. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:23 in Los Angeles, it's 21:23 in Mende. With a 9-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 2,835 feet between the two airports. Mont-Dauphin - St-Crepin Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.
The return flight from Mende (SCP) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 317° (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 Mont-Dauphin - St-Crepin Airport (SCP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.