LAX
Los Angeles
United States
8,145 km
5,061 miles
UYU
Quijarro
Bolivia
Distance
8,145 km
5,061 mi / 4,398 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
130°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LAX UYU
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Uyuni Airport
IATA Code LAX UYU
ICAO Code KLAX SLUY
City Los Angeles Quijarro
Country United States Bolivia
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/La_Paz
Elevation 128 ft 11,136 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 -20.450000, -66.850000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Quijarro (UYU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Uyuni Airport (UYU) in Quijarro, Bolivia is 8,145 kilometers (5,061 miles / 4,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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 Bolivia. 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 21:00 in Los Angeles, it's 01:00 in Quijarro. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 11,008 feet between the two airports. Uyuni Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Quijarro (UYU) 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 Uyuni Airport (UYU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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