The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Samburu South Airport (UAS) in Samburu South, Kenya is 15,433 kilometers (9,590 miles / 8,333 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 Kenya. 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 02:16 in Los Angeles, it's 13:16 in Samburu South. With a 11-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 3,167 feet between the two airports. Samburu South Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Samburu South (UAS) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Samburu South Airport (UAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.