The flight distance from Tshimpi Airport (MAT) in Matadi, DR Congo to Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia is 10,836 kilometers (6,733 miles / 5,851 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:16 in Matadi, it's 23:16 in Perth. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,048 feet between the two airports. Perth International Airport sits lower than Tshimpi Airport.

The return flight from Perth (PER) to Matadi (MAT) follows a heading of 258° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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