The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) in Mahe Island, Seychelles is 9,631 kilometers (5,984 miles / 5,200 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 267°.

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 Seychelles. 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 23:08 in Melbourne, it's 16:08 in Mahe Island. With a 7-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 Mahe Island (SEZ) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 128° (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 Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.