The flight distance from Sochi International Airport (AER) in Sochi, Russia to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,855 kilometers (8,609 miles / 7,481 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Russia with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:03 in Sochi, it's 09:03 in Melbourne. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Sochi (AER) follows a heading of 302° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sochi International Airport (AER) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.