The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Rukumkot Airport (RUK) in Rukumkot, Nepal is 12,728 kilometers (7,909 miles / 6,872 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:52 in Los Angeles, it's 20:37 in Rukumkot. With a 13.75-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 2,372 feet between the two airports. Rukumkot Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Rukumkot (RUK) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 19° (north 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 Rukumkot Airport (RUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.