The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Turaif Domestic Airport (TUI) in Turaif Domestic Airport, Saudi Arabia is 13,402 kilometers (8,328 miles / 7,236 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 08:44 in Melbourne, it's 00:44 in Turaif Domestic Airport. With a 8-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 2,369 feet between the two airports. Turaif Domestic Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Turaif Domestic Airport (TUI) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 118° (east 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 Turaif Domestic Airport (TUI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.