How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 12,758 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Los Angeles to Melbourne

12,758

Kilometres (km)

7,927

Miles (mi)

6,889

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Los Angeles to Melbourne is approximately 12,758 km. The typical flight time is 15h 30m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Los Angeles

Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)7 km
Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport (LGB)27 km
Bob Hope Airport (BUR)29 km

Near Melbourne

Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)8 km
Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW)41 km
Avalon Airport (AVV)52 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Los Angeles to Melbourne is approximately 12,758 km (7,927 miles).