The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Polyarny Airport (PYJ) in Yakutia, Russia is 8,066 kilometers (5,012 miles / 4,355 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 05:23 in Los Angeles, it's 22:23 in Yakutia. With a 17-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 1,532 feet between the two airports. Polyarny Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Yakutia (PYJ) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 42° (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 Polyarny Airport (PYJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.