The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Ust-Kut Airport (UKX) in Ust-Kut, Russia is 11,134 kilometers (6,919 miles / 6,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:55 in Melbourne, it's 04:55 in Ust-Kut. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,754 feet between the two airports. Ust-Kut Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Ust-Kut (UKX) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Ust-Kut Airport (UKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.