AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
5,251 km
3,263 miles
MES
Medan
Indonesia
Distance
5,251 km
3,263 mi / 2,835 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
109°
east southeast

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AUH MES
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Soewondo Air Force Base
IATA Code AUH MES
ICAO Code OMAA WIMK
City Abu Dhabi Medan
Country United Arab Emirates Indonesia
Timezone Asia/Dubai Asia/Jakarta
Elevation 88 ft 114 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 3.560000, 98.670000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Medan (MES) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) in Medan, Indonesia is 5,251 kilometers (3,263 miles / 2,835 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Indonesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:45 in Abu Dhabi, it's 18:45 in Medan. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Medan (MES) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 300° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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