Back to CalculatorRoute ID: MEL-IAH
Flight Distance from Melbourne (MEL) to Houston (IAH)
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
14,485 km9,001 miles • 7,821 NM
Destination Airport
KIAHIAH
Houston, United States
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Direct Distance
14,485 km
9,001 Statute Miles
7,821 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
17h 32m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
1,304 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
80° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
17h 32m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
16h 15m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
28h 21m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇦🇺 Australia→🇺🇸 United States
Allowed Stay90 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: Visa Waiver Program — ESTA online authorization required.
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
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
- City / Country: Houston, United States
- ICAO Code: KIAH
- Coordinates: 29.9844°, -95.3414°
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Elevation: 97 ft
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