The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Maio Airport (MMO) in Vila do Maio, Cape Verde is 17,250 kilometers (10,718 miles / 9,314 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 208°.

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 Cape Verde. 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 12:09 in Melbourne, it's 00:09 in Vila do Maio. With a 12-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 Vila do Maio (MMO) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 157° (south 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 Maio Airport (MMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.