The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Sub Teniente Nestor Arias Airport (SNF) in San Felipe, Venezuela is 15,486 kilometers (9,622 miles / 8,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.

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 Venezuela. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:54 in Melbourne, it's 14:54 in San Felipe. With a 14-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 San Felipe (SNF) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 222° (southwest). 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 Sub Teniente Nestor Arias Airport (SNF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.