The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Xining Caojiabu Airport (XNN) in Xining, China is 9,351 kilometers (5,810 miles / 5,049 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 China. 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 18:11 in Melbourne, it's 15:11 in Xining. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Xining (XNN) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 147° (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 Xining Caojiabu Airport (XNN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.