The flight distance from Apataki Airport (APK) in Apataki, French Polynesia to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 7,102 kilometers (4,413 miles / 3,835 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting French Polynesia with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:37 in Apataki, it's 01:37 in Melbourne. With a 21-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Apataki (APK) follows a heading of 90° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Apataki Airport (APK) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.