The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) in Reyes Acozac, Mexico is 13,603 kilometers (8,452 miles / 7,345 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:37 in Melbourne, it's 04:37 in Reyes Acozac. 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.

The return flight from Reyes Acozac (NLU) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 237° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Melbourne International Airport (MEL) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.