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How long is the flight from New York to Melbourne?

JFKNew York
MELMelbourne
Flight Time
19 h 4 min
Distance
16,714km

10,386 miles

Departure
11:47
Arrival
20:51
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 11:47 · America/New_York

To

MELMelbourne

Melbourne International Airport

Arrival 20:51 · Australia/Melbourne

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne covers a distance of approximately 16,714 kilometers (10,386 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 19 h 4 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
Australia/Melbourne

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to Melbourne?

A direct flight from New York to Melbourne takes around 19 h 4 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Melbourne?

The distance from New York to Melbourne is about 16,714 kilometers (10,386 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Melbourne?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 19 h 4 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Melbourne to New York.