The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Sorong (Jefman) Airport (SOQ) in Sorong-Papua Island, Indonesia is 11,943 kilometers (7,421 miles / 6,449 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 281°.

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 Indonesia. 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 01:36 in Los Angeles, it's 18:36 in Sorong-Papua Island. 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.

The return flight from Sorong-Papua Island (SOQ) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 55° (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 Sorong (Jefman) Airport (SOQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.