The flight distance from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) in Fort Dodge, United States to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia is 13,838 kilometers (8,599 miles / 7,472 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 262°.

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 05:00 in Fort Dodge, it's 21:00 in Gold Coast. With a 16-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 1,135 feet between the two airports. Gold Coast Airport sits lower than Fort Dodge Regional Airport.

The return flight from Gold Coast (OOL) to Fort Dodge (FOD) follows a heading of 56° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.