Airport Comparison
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Gordon Downs (GDD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) in Gordon Downs, Australia is 13,719 kilometers (8,525 miles / 7,408 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 79°.
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 Germany 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 15:27 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 22:27 in Gordon Downs. 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 Gordon Downs (GDD) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 318° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.