The flight distance from Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia to Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania is 9,085 kilometers (5,645 miles / 4,906 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 271°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:53 in Perth, it's 13:53 in Shinyanga. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,733 feet between the two airports. Shinyanga Airport sits higher than Perth International Airport.

The return flight from Shinyanga (SHY) to Perth (PER) follows a heading of 122° (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 Perth International Airport (PER) and Shinyanga Airport (SHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.