The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) in Port Harcourt, Nigeria is 14,419 kilometers (8,960 miles / 7,786 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, 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 Nigeria. 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 09:05 in Melbourne, it's 00:05 in Port Harcourt. 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.

The return flight from Port Harcourt (PHC) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 136° (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 Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.