Airport Comparison
| ATA | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | ATA | MEL |
| ICAO Code | SPHZ | YMML |
| City | Anta | Melbourne |
| Country | Peru | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Lima | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 9,097 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | -9.350000, -77.600000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Anta (ATA) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport (ATA) in Anta, Peru to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,176 kilometers (8,187 miles / 7,115 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.
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 Peru with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:18 in Anta, it's 11:18 in Melbourne. With a 16-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 8,663 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Anta (ATA) follows a heading of 131° (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 Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport (ATA) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.