LAX
Los Angeles
United States
5,405 km
3,358 miles
YQX
Gander
Canada
Distance
5,405 km
3,358 mi / 2,918 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
52°
northeast

Airport Comparison

LAX YQX
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Gander International Airport
IATA Code LAX YQX
ICAO Code KLAX CYQX
City Los Angeles Gander
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/St_Johns
Elevation 128 ft 496 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 48.940000, -54.570000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Gander (YQX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Gander International Airport (YQX) in Gander, Canada is 5,405 kilometers (3,358 miles / 2,918 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:54 in Los Angeles, it's 06:24 in Gander. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Gander (YQX) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 277° (west). 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 Gander International Airport (YQX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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