The flight distance from Kudahuvadhoo Dhaalu Airport (DDD) in Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 15,776 kilometers (9,803 miles / 8,518 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northeast at a heading of 15°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:09 in Dhaalu Atoll, it's 04:09 in Los Angeles. With a 13-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 Los Angeles (LAX) to Dhaalu Atoll (DDD) follows a heading of 342° (north 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 Kudahuvadhoo Dhaalu Airport (DDD) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.