The flight distance from Nizhny Novgorod International Airport (GOJ) in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 14,047 kilometers (8,728 miles / 7,585 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:20 in Nizhny Novgorod, it's 03:20 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 Nizhny Novgorod (GOJ) follows a heading of 317° (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 Nizhny Novgorod International Airport (GOJ) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.