The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) in Noumea, New Caledonia is 10,104 kilometers (6,278 miles / 5,456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

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 New Caledonia. 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 21:45 in Los Angeles, it's 16:45 in Noumea. 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.

The return flight from Noumea (NOU) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 53° (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 La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.