The flight distance from Adelaide International Airport (ADL) in Adelaide, Australia to Port Alfred Airport (AFD) in Port Alfred, South Africa is 9,596 kilometers (5,963 miles / 5,181 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 231°.

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 South Africa. 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 18:12 in Adelaide, it's 10:42 in Port Alfred. With a 7.5-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 Port Alfred (AFD) to Adelaide (ADL) follows a heading of 130° (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 Adelaide International Airport (ADL) and Port Alfred Airport (AFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.