The flight distance from Ingalls Field (HSP) in Hot Springs, United States to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 16,129 kilometers (10,022 miles / 8,709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.

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 United States 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 08:33 in Hot Springs, it's 00:33 in Melbourne. With a 16-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 3,359 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Ingalls Field.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Hot Springs (HSP) follows a heading of 75° (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 Ingalls Field (HSP) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.