The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Moanda Airport (MFF) in Moanda, Gabon is 13,408 kilometers (8,331 miles / 7,240 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.

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 Gabon. 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 22:23 in Melbourne, it's 12:23 in Moanda. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,443 feet between the two airports. Moanda Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Moanda (MFF) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 137° (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 Moanda Airport (MFF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.