LAX
Los Angeles
United States
8,152 km
5,065 miles
POI
Potosi
Bolivia
Distance
8,152 km
5,065 mi / 4,402 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
129°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LAX POI
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport
IATA Code LAX POI
ICAO Code KLAX SLPO
City Los Angeles Potosi
Country United States Bolivia
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/La_Paz
Elevation 128 ft 12,913 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 -19.540000, -65.720000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Potosi (POI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI) in Potosi, Bolivia is 8,152 kilometers (5,065 miles / 4,402 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:17 in Los Angeles, it's 04:17 in Potosi. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 12,785 feet between the two airports. Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Potosi (POI) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 316° (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 Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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