The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Tachileik Airport (THL) in Tachileik, Myanmar is 12,728 kilometers (7,909 miles / 6,873 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Myanmar. 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 05:04 in Los Angeles, it's 19:34 in Tachileik. With a 14.5-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 1,152 feet between the two airports. Tachileik Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Tachileik (THL) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 34° (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 Tachileik Airport (THL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.