The flight distance from Douglas Lake Airport (DGF) in Douglas Lake, Canada to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,442 kilometers (8,353 miles / 7,258 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.

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 Canada 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 12:29 in Douglas Lake, it's 07:29 in Melbourne. With a 19-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 2,336 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Douglas Lake Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Douglas Lake (DGF) follows a heading of 48° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Douglas Lake Airport (DGF) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.