The flight distance from Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) in Sao Joao Del Rei, Brazil to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,413 kilometers (8,334 miles / 7,242 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south at a heading of 188°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:26 in Sao Joao Del Rei, it's 02:26 in Melbourne. With a 14-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 2,683 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Sao Joao Del Rei (JDR) follows a heading of 170° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.