The flight distance from Capitan Anibal Arab Airport (CIJ) in Cobija, Bolivia to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,566 kilometers (8,429 miles / 7,325 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southwest at a heading of 211°.

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 Bolivia 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 12:29 in Cobija, it's 03:29 in Melbourne. With a 15-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 Cobija (CIJ) follows a heading of 140° (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 Capitan Anibal Arab Airport (CIJ) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.