Melbourne (MEL) to Phoenix (PHX)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 8,232

miles

13,248

kilometers

7,153

nautical miles

🕐 16h 11m

Flight Time

🧭 E (68°)

Direction

🌍 -17h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	8,232	+4,939	13,171 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	8,232	+4,939	13,171 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	8,232	+4,116	12,348 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	8,232	+4,116	12,348 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	8,232	+8,232	16,464 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	8,232	+4,116	12,348 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Phoenix, your watch will be 17 hours behind. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The MEL to PHX route connects Melbourne, Australia with Phoenix, United States. This long-haul flight covers 8,232 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from Australia to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a E bearing of 68° from Melbourne. There is a 17 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About MEL

Melbourne International Airport

Melbourne International Airport (MEL) serves Melbourne, Australia.

🛬 About PHX

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) serves Phoenix, United States.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 8,232 miles (13,248 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from MEL to PHX typically take around 16h 11m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 8,232 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.