The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Novy Urengoy Airport (NUX) in Novy Urengoy, Russia is 8,821 kilometers (5,481 miles / 4,763 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Russia. 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 02:40 in Los Angeles, it's 15:40 in Novy Urengoy. With a 13-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 Novy Urengoy (NUX) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 13° (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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Novy Urengoy Airport (NUX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.