Airport Comparison
| DWC | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Al Maktoum International Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | DWC | MEL |
| ICAO Code | OMDW | YMML |
| City | Jebel Ali | Melbourne |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Australia |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 114 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.900000, 55.160000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Jebel Ali (DWC) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 11,639 kilometers (7,232 miles / 6,285 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.
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 United Arab Emirates 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 00:29 in Jebel Ali, it's 07:29 in Melbourne. With a 7-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 Jebel Ali (DWC) follows a heading of 290° (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 Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.