The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Puerto Deseado Airport (PUD) in Puerto Deseado, Argentina is 10,041 kilometers (6,239 miles / 5,422 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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 Argentina. 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 01:36 in Melbourne, it's 11:36 in Puerto Deseado. With a 14-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 Puerto Deseado (PUD) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 204° (south 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 Puerto Deseado Airport (PUD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.