LAX
Los Angeles
United States
7,963 km
4,948 miles
SHB
Nakashibetsu
Japan
Distance
7,963 km
4,948 mi / 4,299 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+17h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
311°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LAX SHB
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Nakashibetsu Airport
IATA Code LAX SHB
ICAO Code KLAX RJCN
City Los Angeles Nakashibetsu
Country United States Japan
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 128 ft 234 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 43.580000, 144.960000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Nakashibetsu (SHB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Nakashibetsu Airport (SHB) in Nakashibetsu, Japan is 7,963 kilometers (4,948 miles / 4,299 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Japan. 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 01:03 in Los Angeles, it's 18:03 in Nakashibetsu. With a 17-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 Nakashibetsu (SHB) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 60° (east 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 Nakashibetsu Airport (SHB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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