The flight distance from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia to Rurutu Airport (RUR) in Rurutu Airport, French Polynesia is 5,534 kilometers (3,439 miles / 2,988 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Australia with French Polynesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:29 in Gold Coast, it's 01:29 in Rurutu Airport. With a 20-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Rurutu Airport (RUR) to Gold Coast (OOL) follows a heading of 251° (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 Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and Rurutu Airport (RUR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.