The flight distance from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 10,254 kilometers (6,372 miles / 5,537 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.

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 South Africa with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:37 in Hoedspruit, it's 01:37 in Melbourne. With a 9-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 1,309 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Hoedspruit (HDS) follows a heading of 237° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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