The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) in Mwanza, Tanzania is 11,743 kilometers (7,297 miles / 6,341 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

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 Tanzania. 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 08:02 in Melbourne, it's 00:02 in Mwanza. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,329 feet between the two airports. Mwanza Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Mwanza (MWZ) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 130° (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 Mwanza Airport (MWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.