The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Namutoni Airport (NNI) in Namutoni, Namibia is 11,705 kilometers (7,273 miles / 6,320 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 231°.

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 Namibia. 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 20:28 in Melbourne, it's 11:28 in Namutoni. 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 3,145 feet between the two airports. Namutoni Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Namutoni (NNI) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 140° (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 Namutoni Airport (NNI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.