The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Portimao Airport (PRM) in Portimao Airport, Portugal is 17,675 kilometers (10,983 miles / 9,544 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

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 Portugal. 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 05:37 in Melbourne, it's 18:37 in Portimao Airport. With a 11-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 Portimao Airport (PRM) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 100° (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 Portimao Airport (PRM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.