The flight distance from Sulaymaniyah International Airport (ISU) in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,066 kilometers (8,119 miles / 7,055 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.

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 Iraq 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 20:42 in Sulaymaniyah, it's 04:42 in Melbourne. With a 8-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 2,060 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Sulaymaniyah International Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Sulaymaniyah (ISU) follows a heading of 295° (west 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 Sulaymaniyah International Airport (ISU) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.