Airport Comparison
| LAX | VEV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Angeles International Airport | Barakoma Airport |
| IATA Code | LAX | VEV |
| ICAO Code | KLAX | AGBA |
| City | Los Angeles | Barakoma |
| Country | United States | Solomon Islands |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Elevation | 128 ft | 0 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.940000, -118.410000 | -7.910000, 156.710000 |
Los Angeles (LAX) to Barakoma (VEV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Barakoma Airport (VEV) in Barakoma, Solomon Islands is 10,030 kilometers (6,232 miles / 5,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 261°.
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 Solomon Islands. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:23 in Los Angeles, it's 21:23 in Barakoma. With a 19-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 Barakoma (VEV) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 56° (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 Barakoma Airport (VEV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.