The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Vila Real Airport (VRL) in Vila Real Airport, Portugal is 9,061 kilometers (5,630 miles / 4,893 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 Portugal. 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 18:45 in Los Angeles, it's 02:45 in Vila Real Airport. With a 8-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 1,677 feet between the two airports. Vila Real Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Vila Real Airport (VRL) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 308° (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 Vila Real Airport (VRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.