The flight distance from General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport (DGO) in Durango, Mexico to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,375 kilometers (8,311 miles / 7,222 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 14:19 in Durango, it's 07:19 in Melbourne. With a 17-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 5,670 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Durango (DGO) follows a heading of 82° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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