The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Tazadit Airport (OUZ) in Zouerate, Mauritania is 9,969 kilometers (6,195 miles / 5,383 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:08 in Los Angeles, it's 01:08 in Zouerate. With a 8-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 1,001 feet between the two airports. Tazadit Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Zouerate (OUZ) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 307° (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 Tazadit Airport (OUZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.