The flight distance from Maximo Gomez Airport (AVI) in Ciego de Avila, Cuba to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 15,511 kilometers (9,638 miles / 8,375 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 Cuba with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:08 in Ciego de Avila, it's 22:08 in Melbourne. With a 16-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 Ciego de Avila (AVI) follows a heading of 100° (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 Maximo Gomez Airport (AVI) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.