Airport Comparison
| AFA | OOL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | Gold Coast Airport |
| IATA Code | AFA | OOL |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | YBCG |
| City | San Rafael | Gold Coast |
| Country | Argentina | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | Australia/Brisbane |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | -28.160000, 153.500000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Gold Coast (OOL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia is 11,765 kilometers (7,310 miles / 6,352 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 218°.
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 Argentina with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:45 in San Rafael, it's 22:45 in Gold Coast. With a 13-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 2,449 feet between the two airports. Gold Coast Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.
The return flight from Gold Coast (OOL) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 145° (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 Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.