The flight distance from Kosti Airport (KST) in Kosti, Sudan to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 12,835 kilometers (7,975 miles / 6,931 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.

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 Sudan 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 16:35 in Kosti, it's 01:35 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.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Kosti (KST) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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