The flight distance from Adelaide International Airport (ADL) in Adelaide, Australia to Hierro Airport (VDE) in El Hierro Island, Spain is 17,647 kilometers (10,965 miles / 9,529 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:49 in Adelaide, it's 19:19 in El Hierro Island. With a 10.5-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 El Hierro Island (VDE) to Adelaide (ADL) follows a heading of 115° (east 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 Hierro Airport (VDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.