Airport Comparison
Gold Coast (OOL) to Cerro Sombrero (SMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia to Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) in Cerro Sombrero, Chile is 10,108 kilometers (6,281 miles / 5,458 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.
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 Australia with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:05 in Gold Coast, it's 07:05 in Cerro Sombrero. With a 13-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 Cerro Sombrero (SMB) to Gold Coast (OOL) follows a heading of 217° (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 Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.