The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Praia International Airport (RAI) in Praia, Cape Verde is 17,236 kilometers (10,710 miles / 9,307 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 208°.

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 Cape Verde. 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 02:15 in Melbourne, it's 14:15 in Praia. With a 12-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 Praia (RAI) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 158° (south 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 Praia International Airport (RAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.