The flight distance from Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) in Nkolo Fuma, DR Congo to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia is 14,221 kilometers (8,837 miles / 7,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

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 03:59 in Nkolo Fuma, it's 12:59 in Gold Coast. With a 9-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 1,455 feet between the two airports. Gold Coast Airport sits lower than Nkolo Fuma Airport.

The return flight from Gold Coast (OOL) to Nkolo Fuma (NKL) follows a heading of 236° (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 Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.