The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) in Wadi Al Dawasir Airport, Saudi Arabia is 13,718 kilometers (8,524 miles / 7,407 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 23:29 in Los Angeles, it's 10:29 in Wadi Al Dawasir Airport. 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 1,934 feet between the two airports. Wadi Al Dawasir Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 344° (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 Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.