The flight distance from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) in Irkutsk, Russia to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 10,740 kilometers (6,674 miles / 5,799 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.

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 00:18 in Irkutsk, it's 03:18 in Melbourne. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,241 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Irkutsk Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Irkutsk (IKT) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Irkutsk Airport (IKT) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.