The flight distance from Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) in Macara, Ecuador to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia is 13,252 kilometers (8,235 miles / 7,156 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:31 in Macara, it's 09:31 in Gold Coast. With a 15-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 1,487 feet between the two airports. Gold Coast Airport sits lower than Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport.

The return flight from Gold Coast (OOL) to Macara (MRR) follows a heading of 113° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.