The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Pontoise - Cormeilles-en-Vexin Airport (POX) in Pontoise, France is 16,792 kilometers (10,434 miles / 9,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 France. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:33 in Melbourne, it's 13:33 in Pontoise. 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 Pontoise (POX) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 81° (east). 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 Pontoise - Cormeilles-en-Vexin Airport (POX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.