The flight distance from Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport (JHW) in Jamestown, United States to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 16,263 kilometers (10,105 miles / 8,781 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 263°.

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 20:26 in Jamestown, it's 12:26 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 1,289 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Jamestown (JHW) follows a heading of 68° (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 Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport (JHW) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.