The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Sivas Airport (VAS) in Sivas, Turkey is 11,431 kilometers (7,103 miles / 6,172 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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 Turkey. 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 03:54 in Los Angeles, it's 14:54 in Sivas. 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 5,108 feet between the two airports. Sivas Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sivas (VAS) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 339° (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 Sivas Airport (VAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.