The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Zhigansk Airport (ZIX) in Zhigansk, Russia is 11,759 kilometers (7,307 miles / 6,350 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:42 in Melbourne, it's 04:42 in Zhigansk.

The return flight from Zhigansk (ZIX) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 162° (south 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 Zhigansk Airport (ZIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.