The flight distance from Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport (NML) in Fort McMurray, Canada to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia is 12,891 kilometers (8,010 miles / 6,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, 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 Canada 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 McMurray, it's 22:00 in Gold Coast. With a 17-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 1,025 feet between the two airports. Gold Coast Airport sits lower than Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport.

The return flight from Gold Coast (OOL) to Fort McMurray (NML) follows a heading of 37° (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 McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport (NML) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.