The flight distance from Wallblake Airport (AXA) in The Valley, AI to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 16,546 kilometers (10,281 miles / 8,934 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.

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 AI 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 05:48 in The Valley, it's 20:48 in Melbourne. With a 15-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 The Valley (AXA) 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 Wallblake Airport (AXA) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.