The flight distance from Covilha Airport (COV) in Covilha Airport, Portugal to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 17,615 kilometers (10,945 miles / 9,511 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying east at a heading of 92°.

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 Portugal 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 14:38 in Covilha Airport, it's 01:38 in Melbourne. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,138 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Covilha Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Covilha Airport (COV) follows a heading of 286° (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 Covilha Airport (COV) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.