The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 14,055 kilometers (8,734 miles / 7,589 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.

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 São Tomé and Príncipe. 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 23:49 in Melbourne, it's 12:49 in Sao Tome. With a 11-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 Sao Tome (TMS) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 139° (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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.