The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Tekin Airport (TKW) in Tekin, Papua New Guinea is 3,616 kilometers (2,247 miles / 1,953 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Australia with Papua New Guinea. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:49 in Melbourne, it's 07:49 in Tekin.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,351 feet between the two airports. Tekin Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tekin (TKW) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 176° (south). 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 Tekin Airport (TKW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.