Airport Comparison
| KQT | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Qurghonteppa International Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | KQT | MEL |
| ICAO Code | UTDT | YMML |
| City | Kurgan-Tyube | Melbourne |
| Country | Tajikistan | Australia |
| Timezone | Asia/Dushanbe | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 1,473 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.870000, 68.860000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Kurgan-Tyube (KQT) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Qurghonteppa International Airport (KQT) in Kurgan-Tyube, Tajikistan to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 11,445 kilometers (7,112 miles / 6,180 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.
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 Tajikistan with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:56 in Kurgan-Tyube, it's 20:56 in Melbourne. With a 6-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 1,039 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Qurghonteppa International Airport.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Kurgan-Tyube (KQT) follows a heading of 308° (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 Qurghonteppa International Airport (KQT) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.