The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Tarin Kowt Airport (TII) in Tarin Kowt, Afghanistan is 11,301 kilometers (7,022 miles / 6,102 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 20:44 in Melbourne, it's 14:14 in Tarin Kowt. With a 6.5-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 3,995 feet between the two airports. Tarin Kowt Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Tarin Kowt (TII) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 128° (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 Tarin Kowt Airport (TII) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.