Airport Comparison
| MEL | VFA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Melbourne International Airport | Victoria Falls International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEL | VFA |
| ICAO Code | YMML | FVFA |
| City | Melbourne | Victoria Falls |
| Country | Australia | Zimbabwe |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne | Africa/Harare |
| Elevation | 434 ft | 3,490 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.670000, 144.840000 | -18.100000, 25.840000 |
Melbourne (MEL) to Victoria Falls (VFA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is 11,128 kilometers (6,914 miles / 6,008 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.
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 Zimbabwe. 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 22:19 in Melbourne, it's 13:19 in Victoria Falls. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,056 feet between the two airports. Victoria Falls International Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.
The return flight from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 135° (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 Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.