The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) in Sainte Marie Airport, Madagascar is 9,284 kilometers (5,769 miles / 5,013 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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 Madagascar. 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 22:55 in Melbourne, it's 14:55 in Sainte Marie Airport. With a 8-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 Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 127° (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 Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.