Airport Comparison
| HIR | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Honiara International Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | HIR | MEL |
| ICAO Code | AGGH | YMML |
| City | Honiara | Melbourne |
| Country | Solomon Islands | Australia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | -9.430000, 160.050000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Honiara (HIR) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Honiara International Airport (HIR) in Honiara, Solomon Islands to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 3,491 kilometers (2,169 miles / 1,885 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 203°.
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 Solomon Islands with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:29 in Honiara, it's 07:29 in Melbourne.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Honiara (HIR) follows a heading of 30° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Honiara International Airport (HIR) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.