The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Ust-Ilimsk Airport (UIK) in Ust-Ilimsk, Russia is 9,090 kilometers (5,648 miles / 4,908 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 Russia. 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 08:10 in Los Angeles, it's 23:10 in Ust-Ilimsk. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,211 feet between the two airports. Ust-Ilimsk Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Ust-Ilimsk (UIK) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 33° (north 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 Ust-Ilimsk Airport (UIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.