The flight distance from Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 14,085 kilometers (8,752 miles / 7,605 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 233°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:14 in San Salvador, it's 01:14 in Melbourne. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,587 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Ilopango International Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to San Salvador (ILS) follows a heading of 102° (east 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 Ilopango International Airport (ILS) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.