Airport Comparison
| FEN | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fernando de Noronha Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | FEN | MEL |
| ICAO Code | SBFN | YMML |
| City | Fernando De Noronha | Melbourne |
| Country | Brazil | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 193 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | -3.850000, -32.420000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Fernando De Noronha (FEN) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN) in Fernando De Noronha, Brazil to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 15,390 kilometers (9,563 miles / 8,310 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south at a heading of 177°.
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 Brazil with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:48 in Fernando De Noronha, it's 05:48 in Melbourne. With a 14-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 Fernando De Noronha (FEN) follows a heading of 184° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.