The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to San Javier Airport (SJV) in San Javier, Bolivia is 13,372 kilometers (8,309 miles / 7,221 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.

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 Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:22 in Melbourne, it's 21:22 in San Javier. With a 15-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 1,268 feet between the two airports. San Javier Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from San Javier (SJV) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 205° (south 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 San Javier Airport (SJV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.