The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Ouesso Airport (OUE) in Ouesso Airport, Congo is 13,440 kilometers (8,351 miles / 7,257 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.

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 Congo. 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 10:39 in Melbourne, it's 00:39 in Ouesso Airport. 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.

The return flight from Ouesso Airport (OUE) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 134° (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 Ouesso Airport (OUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.