The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) in Gordon Downs, Australia is 12,531 kilometers (7,787 miles / 6,766 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:57 in Athens, it's 04:57 in Gordon Downs. With a 6-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 Gordon Downs (GDD) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 304° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.