The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Ain Arnat Airport (QSF) in Setif, Algeria is 16,441 kilometers (10,216 miles / 8,877 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 Algeria. 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 14:55 in Melbourne, it's 04:55 in Setif. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,926 feet between the two airports. Ain Arnat Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Setif (QSF) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 105° (east 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 Ain Arnat Airport (QSF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.