The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Ouanda Djalle Airport (ODJ) in Ouanda Djalle, Central African Republic is 13,415 kilometers (8,335 miles / 7,243 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

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 Central African Republic. 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 00:07 in Melbourne, it's 14:07 in Ouanda Djalle. 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 1,551 feet between the two airports. Ouanda Djalle Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Ouanda Djalle (ODJ) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 129° (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 Ouanda Djalle Airport (ODJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.