The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Mekele Airport (MQX) in Mekele Airport, Ethiopia is 12,256 kilometers (7,615 miles / 6,618 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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 Ethiopia. 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 12:35 in Melbourne, it's 04:35 in Mekele Airport. With a 8-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 6,962 feet between the two airports. Mekele Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mekele Airport (MQX) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 126° (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 Mekele Airport (MQX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.