The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 10,942 kilometers (6,799 miles / 5,908 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 Yemen. 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 17:20 in Melbourne, it's 09:20 in Socotra Islands. With a 8-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 Socotra Islands (SCT) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 127° (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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.