Airport Comparison
| LAX | RHN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Angeles International Airport | Skorpion Mine Airport |
| IATA Code | LAX | RHN |
| ICAO Code | KLAX | FYSA |
| City | Los Angeles | Rosh Pinah |
| Country | United States | Namibia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Africa/Windhoek |
| Elevation | 128 ft | 1,870 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.940000, -118.410000 | -27.880000, 16.650000 |
Los Angeles (LAX) to Rosh Pinah (RHN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Skorpion Mine Airport (RHN) in Rosh Pinah, Namibia is 15,709 kilometers (9,761 miles / 8,482 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 94°.
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 Namibia. 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 02:23 in Los Angeles, it's 12:23 in Rosh Pinah. With a 10-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 1,742 feet between the two airports. Skorpion Mine Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.
The return flight from Rosh Pinah (RHN) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 290° (west 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 Skorpion Mine Airport (RHN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.