The flight distance from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia to Juan Mendoza Airport (ORU) in Oruro, Bolivia is 13,281 kilometers (8,252 miles / 7,171 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:33 in Gold Coast, it's 12:33 in Oruro. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 12,131 feet between the two airports. Juan Mendoza Airport sits higher than Gold Coast Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Oruro (ORU) to Gold Coast (OOL) follows a heading of 221° (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 Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and Juan Mendoza Airport (ORU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.