The flight distance from Adelaide International Airport (ADL) in Adelaide, Australia to Malakal Airport (MAK) in Malakal, South Sudan is 12,149 kilometers (7,549 miles / 6,560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

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 Sudan. 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 20:04 in Adelaide, it's 11:34 in Malakal. With a 8.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,271 feet between the two airports. Malakal Airport sits higher than Adelaide International Airport.

The return flight from Malakal (MAK) to Adelaide (ADL) follows a heading of 124° (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 Malakal Airport (MAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.