The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ) in Mogadishu, Somalia is 10,983 kilometers (6,825 miles / 5,930 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 266°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:39 in Melbourne, it's 16:39 in Mogadishu. With a 8-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 Mogadishu (MGQ) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 128° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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