The flight distance from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco, Peru to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,149 kilometers (8,170 miles / 7,100 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.

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 Peru 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 21:26 in Cusco, it's 13:26 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 10,426 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Cusco (CUZ) follows a heading of 139° (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 Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.