The flight distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, United States to Gordil Airport (GDI) in Melle, Central African Republic is 12,182 kilometers (7,570 miles / 6,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:39 in Austin, it's 19:39 in Melle. With a 7-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 Melle (GDI) to Austin (AUS) follows a heading of 307° (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 Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Gordil Airport (GDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.