The flight distance from Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) in Gainesville, United States to Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia is 18,156 kilometers (11,281 miles / 9,803 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:58 in Gainesville, it's 00:58 in Perth. With a 13-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 1,210 feet between the two airports. Perth International Airport sits lower than Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport.

The return flight from Perth (PER) to Gainesville (GVL) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) and Perth International Airport (PER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.