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Distance from Calgary to Melbourne

Straight line

13,866 km
8,616 mi · 7,487 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 17 h 50 min

Direction

WSW 251°
initial bearing

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How far is Calgary from Melbourne?

Calgary (Canada) and Melbourne (Australia) are very far apart: 13,866 km in a straight line, that is 8,616 miles or 7,487 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Calgary, Melbourne lies to the west (initial bearing 251°). The route crosses from Canada into Australia. The halfway point is at 10.2374°, -172.4106°.

A direct flight would take about 17 h 50 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Calgary from Melbourne?

The straight-line distance between Calgary and Melbourne is 13,866 km (8,616 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Melbourne from Calgary?

Melbourne is to the west of Calgary, at an initial bearing of 251°.

How long is the flight from Calgary to Melbourne?

A direct flight would take about 17 h 50 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.