Airport Comparison
| MEL | PGK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Melbourne International Airport | Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport |
| IATA Code | MEL | PGK |
| ICAO Code | YMML | WIPK |
| City | Melbourne | Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island |
| Country | Australia | Indonesia |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne | Asia/Jakarta |
| Elevation | 434 ft | 109 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.670000, 144.840000 | -2.160000, 106.140000 |
Melbourne (MEL) to Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island (PGK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport (PGK) in Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island, Indonesia is 5,580 kilometers (3,467 miles / 3,013 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Australia with Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:21 in Melbourne, it's 05:21 in Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island (PGK) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 140° (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 Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport (PGK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.