The flight distance from Adelaide International Airport (ADL) in Adelaide, Australia to Sheep Mountain Airport (SMU) in Sheep Mountain, United States is 12,615 kilometers (7,839 miles / 6,812 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:12 in Adelaide, it's 21:42 in Sheep Mountain. With a 19.5-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 2,730 feet between the two airports. Sheep Mountain Airport sits higher than Adelaide International Airport.

The return flight from Sheep Mountain (SMU) to Adelaide (ADL) follows a heading of 239° (west southwest). 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 Sheep Mountain Airport (SMU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.