The flight distance from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia to Shimla Airport (SLV) in Shimla Airport, India is 10,431 kilometers (6,482 miles / 5,632 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.

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 11:36 in Gold Coast, it's 07:06 in Shimla Airport. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,051 feet between the two airports. Shimla 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 Shimla Airport (SLV) 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 Shimla Airport (SLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.