The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) in Phalaborwa, South Africa is 10,279 kilometers (6,387 miles / 5,550 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 South Africa. 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 12:59 in Melbourne, it's 03:59 in Phalaborwa. With a 9-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 Phalaborwa (PHW) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 133° (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 Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.