Airport Comparison
| GSQ | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Shark El Oweinat International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | GSQ | LAX |
| ICAO Code | HEOW | KLAX |
| City | N/A | Los Angeles |
| Country | Egypt | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 859 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.590000, 28.720000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) in Shark El Oweinat International Airport, Egypt to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 12,831 kilometers (7,973 miles / 6,928 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.
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 Egypt 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 07:47 in Shark El Oweinat International Airport, it's 21:47 in Los Angeles. With a 10-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 Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) follows a heading of 34° (north 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 Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.