The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia is 17,244 kilometers (10,715 miles / 9,311 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:52 in Lake Charles, it's 15:52 in Perth. With a 14-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 Perth (PER) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chennault International Airport (CWF) and Perth International Airport (PER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.