Dubai to Los Angeles flight distance & time (DXB-LAX)

How far is Dubai from Los Angeles by plane? The great circle distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 13,420 km / 7,246 nm, about 15h 51m flight time, with an initial heading of 354° (N).

FromDubai International Airport (DXB), Dubai, AE
ToLos Angeles International Airport (LAX), Los Angeles, US
Distance13,420 km · 7,246 nm · 8,339 mi
Initial heading354° (N)

Airlines on this route

Aircraft with enough range to fly DXB to LAX nonstop

TypeRange
Boeing 747-400 7,262 nm / 13,449 km
Airbus A340-300 7,397 nm / 13,699 km
Boeing B-52 Stratofortress 7,652 nm / 14,172 km
Airbus A340-600 7,883 nm / 14,599 km
Airbus A340-200 7,991 nm / 14,799 km
Tupolew / Tupolev Tu-95 8,099 nm / 14,999 km
Airbus A380 8,207 nm / 15,199 km
Airbus A340-500 9,017 nm / 16,699 km

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Dubai from Los Angeles?
The great circle distance between Dubai and Los Angeles is 13,420 km (7,246 nm / 8,339 mi).
How long is the flight from Dubai to Los Angeles?
A direct flight from DXB to LAX takes about 15h 51m, based on a typical jet cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft type and wind - see the aircraft list above for type-specific estimates.
Is there a nonstop flight from Dubai to Los Angeles?
Yes - 1 airline currently operates this route, see the list above.