LAX
Los Angeles
United States
5,829 km
3,622 miles
XMS
Macas
Ecuador
Distance
5,829 km
3,622 mi / 3,147 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
125°
southeast

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LAX XMS
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Coronel E Carvajal Airport
IATA Code LAX XMS
ICAO Code KLAX SEMC
City Los Angeles Macas
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Guayaquil
Elevation 128 ft 3,452 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 -2.300000, -78.120000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Macas (XMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) in Macas, Ecuador is 5,829 kilometers (3,622 miles / 3,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.

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 Ecuador. 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 11:47 in Los Angeles, it's 14:47 in Macas. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,324 feet between the two airports. Coronel E Carvajal Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Macas (XMS) 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 Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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