The flight distance from Adelaide International Airport (ADL) in Adelaide, Australia to Heihe Airport (HEK) in Heihe, China is 9,529 kilometers (5,921 miles / 5,145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 China. 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 11:29 in Adelaide, it's 08:59 in Heihe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,510 feet between the two airports. Heihe Airport sits higher than Adelaide International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Heihe (HEK) to Adelaide (ADL) follows a heading of 171° (south). 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 Heihe Airport (HEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.