The flight distance from Foumban Nkounja Airport (FOM) in Foumban, Cameroon to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 14,172 kilometers (8,806 miles / 7,652 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.

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 Cameroon 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 21:56 in Foumban, it's 06:56 in Melbourne. 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 3,529 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Foumban Nkounja Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Foumban (FOM) follows a heading of 244° (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 Foumban Nkounja Airport (FOM) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.