The flight distance from Bangui M'Poko International Airport (BGF) in Bangui, Central African Republic to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 13,805 kilometers (8,578 miles / 7,454 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:13 in Bangui, it's 03:13 in Los Angeles. With a 9-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 1,080 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Bangui M'Poko International Airport.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Bangui (BGF) follows a heading of 55° (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 Bangui M'Poko International Airport (BGF) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.