Airport Comparison
| DEL | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Indira Gandhi International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | DEL | LAX |
| ICAO Code | VIDP | KLAX |
| City | New Delhi | Los Angeles |
| Country | India | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 777 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 28.570000, 77.100000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
New Delhi (DEL) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 12,875 kilometers (8,000 miles / 6,952 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.
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 India 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 12:30 in New Delhi, it's 23:00 in Los Angeles. With a 13.5-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 New Delhi (DEL) follows a heading of 345° (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 Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.