MEL
Melbourne
Australia
6,557 km
4,075 miles
SFE
San Fernando Airport
Philippines
Distance
6,557 km
4,075 mi / 3,541 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Australia/Melbourne
Heading
332°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MEL SFE
Airport Name Melbourne International Airport San Fernando Airport
IATA Code MEL SFE
ICAO Code YMML RPUS
City Melbourne N/A
Country Australia Philippines
Timezone Australia/Melbourne Asia/Manila
Elevation 434 ft 13 ft
Coordinates -37.670000, 144.840000 16.600000, 120.300000

Melbourne (MEL) to San Fernando Airport (SFE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to San Fernando Airport (SFE) in San Fernando Airport, Philippines is 6,557 kilometers (4,075 miles / 3,541 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Australia with Philippines. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:42 in Melbourne, it's 01:42 in San Fernando Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Fernando Airport (SFE) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 157° (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 San Fernando Airport (SFE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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