The flight distance from Gachsaran Airport (GCH) in Gachsaran Airport, Iran to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 12,330 kilometers (7,661 miles / 6,657 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

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 Iran 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 18:07 in Gachsaran Airport, it's 01:37 in Melbourne. With a 7.5-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 1,980 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Gachsaran Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Gachsaran Airport (GCH) follows a heading of 293° (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 Gachsaran Airport (GCH) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.