The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) in Ruinas de Copan, Honduras is 14,159 kilometers (8,798 miles / 7,645 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 100°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:28 in Melbourne, it's 15:28 in Ruinas de Copan. With a 17-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 1,556 feet between the two airports. Copan Ruinas Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Ruinas de Copan (RUY) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 234° (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 Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.