The flight distance from Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia to Shakawe Airport (SWX) in Shakawe, Botswana is 9,314 kilometers (5,788 miles / 5,029 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:10 in Perth, it's 05:10 in Shakawe. With a 6-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 3,312 feet between the two airports. Shakawe Airport sits higher than Perth International Airport.

The return flight from Shakawe (SWX) to Perth (PER) follows a heading of 122° (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 Perth International Airport (PER) and Shakawe Airport (SWX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.