The flight distance from Adelaide International Airport (ADL) in Adelaide, Australia to Gao Airport (GAQ) in Gao Airport, Mali is 15,411 kilometers (9,576 miles / 8,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

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 Mali. 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 18:51 in Adelaide, it's 08:21 in Gao Airport. With a 10.5-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 Gao Airport (GAQ) to Adelaide (ADL) follows a heading of 125° (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 Gao Airport (GAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.