The flight distance from King Khaled Air Base (KMX) in King Khaled Air Base, Saudi Arabia to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 13,875 kilometers (8,621 miles / 7,492 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Saudi Arabia 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 14:59 in King Khaled Air Base, it's 03:59 in Los Angeles. With a 11-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 6,650 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than King Khaled Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to King Khaled Air Base (KMX) follows a heading of 22° (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 King Khaled Air Base (KMX) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.