The flight distance from Cerro Largo International Airport (MLZ) in Melo, Uruguay to Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia is 12,794 kilometers (7,950 miles / 6,908 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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 Uruguay with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:28 in Melo, it's 16:28 in Perth. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Perth (PER) to Melo (MLZ) follows a heading of 189° (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 Cerro Largo International Airport (MLZ) and Perth International Airport (PER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.