Airport Comparison
| GNR | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Dr. Arturo H. Illia Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | GNR | MEL |
| ICAO Code | SAHR | YMML |
| City | General Roca | Melbourne |
| Country | Argentina | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 852 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | -39.000000, -67.620000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
General Roca (GNR) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Dr. Arturo H. Illia Airport (GNR) in General Roca, Argentina to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 10,867 kilometers (6,752 miles / 5,868 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.
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 Argentina 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 16:05 in General Roca, it's 06:05 in Melbourne. With a 14-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 General Roca (GNR) follows a heading of 155° (south 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 Dr. Arturo H. Illia Airport (GNR) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.