LAX
Los Angeles
United States
5,348 km
3,323 miles
THU
Thule
Greenland
Distance
5,348 km
3,323 mi / 2,887 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
14°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

LAX THU
Airport Name Los Angeles International Airport Thule Air Base
IATA Code LAX THU
ICAO Code KLAX BGTL
City Los Angeles Thule
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Thule
Elevation 128 ft 251 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -118.410000 76.530000, -68.700000

Los Angeles (LAX) to Thule (THU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland is 5,348 kilometers (3,323 miles / 2,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:29 in Los Angeles, it's 04:29 in Thule. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Thule (THU) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 238° (west southwest). 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 Thule Air Base (THU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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