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Distance from Melbourne to Alexandria

Straight line

14,133 km
8,782 mi · 7,631 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 18 h 10 min

Direction

WNW 284°
initial bearing

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How far is Melbourne from Alexandria?

Melbourne (Australia) and Alexandria (Egypt) are very far apart: 14,133 km in a straight line, that is 8,782 miles or 7,631 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Melbourne, Alexandria lies to the west (initial bearing 284°). The route crosses from Australia into Egypt. The halfway point is at -6.1286°, 83.8692°.

A direct flight would take about 18 h 10 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 Melbourne from Alexandria?

The straight-line distance between Melbourne and Alexandria is 14,133 km (8,782 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Alexandria from Melbourne?

Alexandria is to the west of Melbourne, at an initial bearing of 284°.

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Alexandria?

A direct flight would take about 18 h 10 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.