London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne?
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Average flight time is 21 hours 55 minutes

The fastest flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne is 21 hours 55 minutes

London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 21 hours 55 minutes
Shortest flight duration 21 hours 55 minutes
Longest flight duration 21 hours 55 minutes
The average flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne is 21 hours 55 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne is 10,517 miles / 16,926 km

London airports

London has 5 airports: London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN).

If you don't fancy flying from London there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Melbourne: London Southend Airport (SEN), Southampton Airport (SOU), Cambridge Airport (CBG), Bournemouth Airport (BOH) and Birmingham Airport (BHX).

Melbourne airports

Melbourne has 2 airports: Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV).

If you don't fancy flying from Melbourne there are a number of airports nearby that fly to London: Burnie Airport (BWT), Mount Gambier Airport (MGB), Launceston Airport (LST), Canberra International Airport (CBR), Hobart International Airport (HBA), Parkes Airport (PKE) and Adelaide Airport (ADL).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: and London Heathrow Airport to Sydney.

London & Melbourne local times and timezones

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London, United Kingdom is 10 hours behind of Melbourne, Australia

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London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne FAQs

How long does it take to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne?

On average, the flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne is 21 hours 55 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between London Heathrow Airport and Melbourne?

The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Melbourne is 10,517 miles or 16,926 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne?

The shortest flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne is 21 hours 55 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from London to Melbourne?

The average flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne is 21 hours 55 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between London and Melbourne?

The time zone difference between London and Melbourne is -10 hours.