Airport Comparison
| CUA | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ciudad Constitucion Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | CUA | MEL |
| ICAO Code | MMDA | YMML |
| City | Ciudad Constitucion | Melbourne |
| Country | Mexico | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 213 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.050000, -111.610000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Ciudad Constitucion (CUA) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ciudad Constitucion Airport (CUA) in Ciudad Constitucion, Mexico to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 12,817 kilometers (7,964 miles / 6,920 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.
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 Mexico with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:40 in Ciudad Constitucion, it's 20:40 in Melbourne. With a 18-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 Ciudad Constitucion (CUA) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ciudad Constitucion Airport (CUA) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.