Airport Comparison
| LAX | LGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Angeles International Airport | Long Lellang Airport |
| IATA Code | LAX | LGL |
| ICAO Code | KLAX | WBGF |
| City | Los Angeles | Long Datih |
| Country | United States | Malaysia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Elevation | 128 ft | 1,400 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.940000, -118.410000 | 3.420000, 115.150000 |
Los Angeles (LAX) to Long Datih (LGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Long Lellang Airport (LGL) in Long Datih, Malaysia is 13,043 kilometers (8,104 miles / 7,043 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.
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 Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:59 in Los Angeles, it's 16:59 in Long Datih. With a 16-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 1,272 feet between the two airports. Long Lellang Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.
The return flight from Long Datih (LGL) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 49° (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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Long Lellang Airport (LGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.