Airport Comparison
| KLU | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Klagenfurt Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | KLU | MEL |
| ICAO Code | LOWK | YMML |
| City | Klagenfurt am Worthersee | Melbourne |
| Country | Austria | Australia |
| Timezone | Europe/Vienna | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 1,470 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.640000, 14.340000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Klagenfurt am Worthersee (KLU) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) in Klagenfurt am Worthersee, Austria to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 15,886 kilometers (9,871 miles / 8,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 94°.
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 Austria with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:46 in Klagenfurt am Worthersee, it's 06:46 in Melbourne. With a 10-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 1,036 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Klagenfurt Airport.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Klagenfurt am Worthersee (KLU) follows a heading of 300° (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 Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.