The flight distance from Adelaide International Airport (ADL) in Adelaide, Australia to Louis Trichardt Airport (LCD) in Louis Trichardt, South Africa is 10,116 kilometers (6,286 miles / 5,462 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.

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 Australia with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:27 in Adelaide, it's 15:57 in Louis Trichardt. With a 8.5-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 3,005 feet between the two airports. Louis Trichardt Airport sits higher than Adelaide International Airport.

The return flight from Louis Trichardt (LCD) to Adelaide (ADL) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Adelaide International Airport (ADL) and Louis Trichardt Airport (LCD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.