The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) in Novosibirsk, Russia is 11,875 kilometers (7,379 miles / 6,412 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Australia with Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:11 in Melbourne, it's 21:11 in Novosibirsk. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Novosibirsk (OVB) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 133° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Melbourne International Airport (MEL) and Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.