The flight distance from Artigas International Airport (ATI) in Artigas, Uruguay to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 12,127 kilometers (7,536 miles / 6,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southwest at a heading of 198°.

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 Uruguay 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 21:04 in Artigas, it's 11:04 in Melbourne. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Artigas (ATI) follows a heading of 161° (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 Artigas International Airport (ATI) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.