The flight distance from Kiryat Shmona Airport (KSW) in Kiryat Shmona, Israel to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,741 kilometers (8,538 miles / 7,419 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

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 Israel 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 03:09 in Kiryat Shmona, it's 12:09 in Melbourne. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Kiryat Shmona (KSW) follows a heading of 289° (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 Kiryat Shmona Airport (KSW) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.