ADL
Adelaide
Australia
14,783 km
9,186 miles
XWA
Williston
United States
Distance
14,783 km
9,186 mi / 7,982 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-16.5h
Australia/Adelaide
Heading
54°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ADL XWA
Airport Name Adelaide International Airport Williston Basin International Airport
IATA Code ADL XWA
ICAO Code YPAD KXWA
City Adelaide Williston
Country Australia United States
Timezone Australia/Adelaide America/Chicago
Elevation 20 ft 2,356 ft
Coordinates -34.950000, 138.530000 48.260000, -103.750000

Adelaide (ADL) to Williston (XWA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Adelaide International Airport (ADL) in Adelaide, Australia to Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) in Williston, United States is 14,783 kilometers (9,186 miles / 7,982 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 23:57 in Adelaide, it's 07:27 in Williston. With a 16.5-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 2,336 feet between the two airports. Williston Basin International Airport sits higher than Adelaide International Airport.

The return flight from Williston (XWA) to Adelaide (ADL) follows a heading of 262° (west). 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 Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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