The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Tabuk Airport (TUU) in Tabuk Airport, Saudi Arabia is 13,403 kilometers (8,329 miles / 7,237 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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 Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:31 in Melbourne, it's 16:31 in Tabuk Airport. With a 8-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 2,117 feet between the two airports. Tabuk Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Tabuk Airport (TUU) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). 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 Tabuk Airport (TUU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.