The flight distance from King Abdulaziz Air Base (DHA) in King Abdulaziz Air Base, Saudi Arabia to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 12,140 kilometers (7,544 miles / 6,555 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:50 in King Abdulaziz Air Base, it's 22:50 in Melbourne. With a 8-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 King Abdulaziz Air Base (DHA) follows a heading of 289° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the King Abdulaziz Air Base (DHA) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.