The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Mount Hotham Airport (MHU) in Mount Hotham, Australia is 12,529 kilometers (7,785 miles / 6,765 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:15 in Los Angeles, it's 20:15 in Mount Hotham. With a 19-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 4,132 feet between the two airports. Mount Hotham Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Mount Hotham (MHU) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 64° (east 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 Mount Hotham Airport (MHU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.