LPB
La Paz / El Alto
Bolivia
8,806 km
5,472 miles
PDX
Portland
United States
Distance
8,806 km
5,472 mi / 4,755 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/La_Paz
Heading
325°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LPB PDX
Airport Name El Alto International Airport Portland International Airport
IATA Code LPB PDX
ICAO Code SLLP KPDX
City La Paz / El Alto Portland
Country Bolivia United States
Timezone America/La_Paz America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 13,355 ft 31 ft
Coordinates -16.510000, -68.190000 45.590000, -122.600000

La Paz / El Alto (LPB) to Portland (PDX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Alto International Airport (LPB) in La Paz / El Alto, Bolivia to Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States is 8,806 kilometers (5,472 miles / 4,755 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 Bolivia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:13 in La Paz / El Alto, it's 14:13 in Portland. 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 13,324 feet between the two airports. Portland International Airport sits lower than El Alto International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Portland (PDX) to La Paz / El Alto (LPB) follows a heading of 127° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the El Alto International Airport (LPB) and Portland International Airport (PDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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