The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) in Sao Carlos, Brazil is 9,697 kilometers (6,025 miles / 5,236 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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 Brazil. 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 01:22 in Los Angeles, it's 06:22 in Sao Carlos. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,521 feet between the two airports. Sao Carlos Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Carlos (QSC) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 308° (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 Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.