The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) in Rio Mayo, Argentina is 10,103 kilometers (6,278 miles / 5,455 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 21:48 in Melbourne, it's 08:48 in Rio Mayo. With a 13-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 1,350 feet between the two airports. Rio Mayo Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Rio Mayo (ROY) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 207° (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 Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.