The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain is 17,684 kilometers (10,989 miles / 9,549 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:54 in Melbourne, it's 01:54 in Santiago de Compostela. 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.

The return flight from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 85° (east). 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 Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.