The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Leon Airport (LEN) in Leon, Spain is 9,102 kilometers (5,656 miles / 4,915 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:02 in Los Angeles, it's 10:02 in Leon. With a 9-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 2,878 feet between the two airports. Leon Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Leon (LEN) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 309° (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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Leon Airport (LEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.