The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia is 12,893 kilometers (8,011 miles / 6,962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 11:40 in Melbourne, it's 03:40 in Rafha. With a 8-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 1,040 feet between the two airports. Rafha Domestic Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Rafha (RAH) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 120° (east 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 Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.