The flight distance from El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia is 12,893 kilometers (8,011 miles / 6,962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.

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 Mexico 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 12:51 in Xalapa, it's 04:51 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 3,106 feet between the two airports. Gold Coast Airport sits lower than El Lencero Airport.

The return flight from Gold Coast (OOL) to Xalapa (JAL) follows a heading of 81° (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 El Lencero Airport (JAL) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.