Airport Comparison
| HGU | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | HGU | MEL |
| ICAO Code | AYMH | YMML |
| City | Mount Hagen | Melbourne |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Australia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 5,388 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | -5.830000, 144.300000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Mount Hagen (HGU) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) in Mount Hagen, Papua New Guinea to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 3,541 kilometers (2,200 miles / 1,912 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 179°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Papua New Guinea with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:40 in Mount Hagen, it's 21:40 in Melbourne.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,954 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Mount Hagen (HGU) follows a heading of 359° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.