The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in Rapid City, United States is 14,423 kilometers (8,962 miles / 7,788 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 United States. 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 02:39 in Melbourne, it's 08:39 in Rapid City. With a 18-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 2,770 feet between the two airports. Rapid City Regional Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Rapid City (RAP) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 252° (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 Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.