The flight distance from Mariscal Lamar Airport (CUE) in Cuenca, Ecuador to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,639 kilometers (8,475 miles / 7,364 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 221°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:14 in Cuenca, it's 11:14 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,872 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Mariscal Lamar Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Cuenca (CUE) follows a heading of 125° (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 Mariscal Lamar Airport (CUE) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.