The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Mario Ribeiro Airport (MOC) in Montes Claros, Brazil is 13,901 kilometers (8,638 miles / 7,506 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south at a heading of 170°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:17 in Melbourne, it's 08:17 in Montes Claros. 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 1,757 feet between the two airports. Mario Ribeiro Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Montes Claros (MOC) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 188° (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 Melbourne International Airport (MEL) and Mario Ribeiro Airport (MOC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.