The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Paulo Afonso Airport (PAV) in Paulo Afonso, Brazil is 14,771 kilometers (9,178 miles / 7,976 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south at a heading of 176°.

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 02:44 in Melbourne, it's 12:44 in Paulo Afonso. 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.

The return flight from Paulo Afonso (PAV) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 183° (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 Paulo Afonso Airport (PAV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.