The flight distance from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 11,712 kilometers (7,278 miles / 6,324 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 Afghanistan. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:56 in Gold Coast, it's 18:26 in Zaranj. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,551 feet between the two airports. Zaranj Airport sits higher than Gold Coast Airport.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Gold Coast (OOL) follows a heading of 114° (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 Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.