The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) in Selebi Phikwe Airport, Botswana is 10,669 kilometers (6,629 miles / 5,761 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.

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 Botswana. 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 03:08 in Melbourne, it's 18:08 in Selebi Phikwe Airport. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,491 feet between the two airports. Selebi Phikwe Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 135° (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 Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.