Back to CalculatorRoute ID: MEL-GLA
Flight Distance from Melbourne (MEL) to Glasgow (GLA)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
MELYMML
Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne Airport
Great Circle Path
16,966 km10,542 miles • 9,161 NM
Destination Airport
EGPFGLA
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Glasgow Airport
Direct Distance
16,966 km
10,542 Statute Miles
9,161 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
20h 28m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
1,527 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
322° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
20h 28m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
18h 56m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
33h 8m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇦🇺 Australia→🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Allowed Stay180 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: Visa free tourism for up to 6 months.
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Flight Path & Geodetic Arc Map
Great Circle Flight Arc Path
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Departure Airport Specs
Melbourne Airport (MEL)
- City / Country: Melbourne, Australia
- ICAO Code: YMML
- Coordinates: -37.6707°, 144.8379°
- Timezone: Australia/Melbourne
- Elevation: 434 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
- City / Country: Glasgow, United Kingdom
- ICAO Code: EGPF
- Coordinates: 55.8719°, -4.4331°
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Elevation: 26 ft
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