The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Sines Airport (SIE) in Sines Airport, Portugal is 17,709 kilometers (11,004 miles / 9,562 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Portugal. 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 02:16 in Melbourne, it's 15:16 in Sines Airport. With a 11-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 Sines Airport (SIE) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 97° (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 Sines Airport (SIE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.