The flight distance from Brisbane International Airport (BNE) in Brisbane, Australia to Truckee-Tahoe Airport (TKF) in Truckee, United States is 11,633 kilometers (7,228 miles / 6,281 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:29 in Brisbane, it's 20:29 in Truckee. With a 18-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 5,891 feet between the two airports. Truckee-Tahoe Airport sits higher than Brisbane International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Truckee (TKF) to Brisbane (BNE) follows a heading of 246° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brisbane International Airport (BNE) and Truckee-Tahoe Airport (TKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.