The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Yap International Airport (YAP) in Yap Island, Micronesia is 10,639 kilometers (6,611 miles / 5,745 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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 Micronesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:51 in Los Angeles, it's 07:51 in Yap Island. With a 18-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Yap Island (YAP) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 54° (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 Yap International Airport (YAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.