LAX to MEL: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 12,758 km (7,928 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 16h 25m, heading southwest. The distance is the same in either direction (MEL to LAX).
How far is it from Los Angeles to Melbourne?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 12,758 km (7,928 mi, 6,889 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from LAX to MEL?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 16h 25m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. MEL is roughly southwest of LAX.
Airlines flying LAX to MEL
4 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is Los Angeles from Melbourne?
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) are 12,758 km (7,928 mi, 6,889 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from LAX to MEL?
A typical nonstop flight between LAX and MEL takes about 16h 25m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is MEL from LAX?
Melbourne Airport (MEL) lies roughly southwest of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Which airlines fly LAX to MEL?
4 airlines appear on the LAX-MEL route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Qantas.
Related routes
Other routes from Los Angeles (LAX):
Other routes from Melbourne (MEL):
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