The flight distance from Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) in Jos, Nigeria to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 14,629 kilometers (9,090 miles / 7,899 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.

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 Nigeria 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 14:38 in Jos, it's 00:38 in Melbourne. With a 10-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 3,798 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Yakubu Gowon Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Jos (JOS) follows a heading of 246° (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 Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.