The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 13,822 kilometers (8,588 miles / 7,463 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.

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 Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:58 in Melbourne, it's 20:58 in Shell Mera. 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 3,031 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 221° (southwest). 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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.