Airport Comparison
| GMI | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gasmata Island Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | GMI | LAX |
| ICAO Code | AYGT | KLAX |
| City | Gasmata Island | Los Angeles |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.270000, 150.330000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Gasmata Island (GMI) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gasmata Island Airport (GMI) in Gasmata Island, Papua New Guinea to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 10,512 kilometers (6,532 miles / 5,676 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 56°.
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 Papua New Guinea with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:58 in Gasmata Island, it's 01:58 in Los Angeles. With a 18-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 Gasmata Island (GMI) follows a heading of 265° (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 Gasmata Island Airport (GMI) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.