Melbourne to London Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from Melbourne to London?
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Average flight time is 20 hours 36 minutes

The fastest flight time from Melbourne to London is 20 hours 36 minutes

Melbourne to London flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 20 hours 36 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from Melbourne to London is 20 hours 36 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 Melbourne to London is 10,503 miles / 16,903 km

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) and Hobart International Airport (HBA).

London airports

London has 5 airports: London City Airport (LCY), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 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), Cambridge Airport (CBG), Southampton Airport (SOU), Bournemouth Airport (BOH), Birmingham Airport (BHX), Norwich International Airport (NWI) and East Midlands Airport (EMA).

Melbourne & London local times and timezones

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

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Melbourne to London FAQs

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

On average, the flight time from Melbourne to London is 20 hours 36 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 Melbourne to London could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between Melbourne and London?

The distance between Melbourne and London is 10,503 miles or 16,903 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from Melbourne to London?

The shortest flight time from Melbourne to London is 20 hours 36 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 Melbourne to London?

The average flight time from Melbourne to London is 20 hours 36 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between Melbourne and London?

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