The flight distance from Chifeng Airport (CIF) in Chifeng, China to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 9,265 kilometers (5,757 miles / 5,002 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:23 in Chifeng, it's 19:23 in Melbourne.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Chifeng (CIF) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chifeng Airport (CIF) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.