Airport Comparison
| MEL | RVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Melbourne International Airport | Green River Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | MEL | RVR |
| ICAO Code | YMML | KU34 |
| City | Melbourne | Green River |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 434 ft | 4,234 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.670000, 144.840000 | 38.960000, -110.230000 |
Melbourne (MEL) to Green River (RVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Green River Municipal Airport (RVR) in Green River, United States is 13,663 kilometers (8,490 miles / 7,378 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.
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 United States. 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 05:00 in Melbourne, it's 11:00 in Green River. With a 18-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 3,800 feet between the two airports. Green River Municipal Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.
The return flight from Green River (RVR) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 246° (west 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 Green River Municipal Airport (RVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.