The flight distance from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia to Pondicherry Airport (PNY) in Pondicherry Airport, India is 9,085 kilometers (5,645 miles / 4,905 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:19 in Gold Coast, it's 19:49 in Pondicherry Airport. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Pondicherry Airport (PNY) to Gold Coast (OOL) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). 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 Pondicherry Airport (PNY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.