The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Sao Pedro Airport (VXE) in Sao Pedro, Cape Verde is 17,496 kilometers (10,871 miles / 9,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.

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 15:27 in Melbourne, it's 03:27 in Sao Pedro. 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 Sao Pedro (VXE) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 159° (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 Sao Pedro Airport (VXE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.