The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Russell Municipal Airport (RSL) in Russell, United States is 14,575 kilometers (9,056 miles / 7,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 19:58 in Melbourne, it's 02:58 in Russell. 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 1,430 feet between the two airports. Russell Municipal Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Russell (RSL) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 250° (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 Russell Municipal Airport (RSL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.