The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Phaplu Airport (PPL) in Phaplu, Nepal is 9,453 kilometers (5,874 miles / 5,104 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:40 in Melbourne, it's 21:25 in Phaplu. The 5.25-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,484 feet between the two airports. Phaplu Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Phaplu (PPL) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 137° (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 Phaplu Airport (PPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.