The flight distance from Cadjehoun Airport (COO) in Cotonou, Benin to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 14,872 kilometers (9,241 miles / 8,030 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

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 Benin with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:25 in Cotonou, it's 12:25 in Melbourne. 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 Melbourne (MEL) to Cotonou (COO) follows a heading of 237° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cadjehoun Airport (COO) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.