Airport Comparison
| LAX | TFL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Angeles International Airport | Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport |
| IATA Code | LAX | TFL |
| ICAO Code | KLAX | SNTO |
| City | Los Angeles | Teofilo Otoni |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 128 ft | 1,572 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.940000, -118.410000 | -17.890000, -41.510000 |
Los Angeles (LAX) to Teofilo Otoni (TFL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport (TFL) in Teofilo Otoni, Brazil is 9,960 kilometers (6,189 miles / 5,378 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.
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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:03 in Los Angeles, it's 19:03 in Teofilo Otoni. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,444 feet between the two airports. Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.
The return flight from Teofilo Otoni (TFL) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 306° (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 Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport (TFL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.