The flight distance from Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM) in Mbuji Mayi, DR Congo to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia is 13,435 kilometers (8,348 miles / 7,254 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.

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 16:49 in Mbuji Mayi, it's 00:49 in Gold Coast. With a 8-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 2,200 feet between the two airports. Gold Coast Airport sits lower than Mbuji Mayi Airport.

The return flight from Gold Coast (OOL) to Mbuji Mayi (MJM) follows a heading of 243° (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 Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.