The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Zwara Airport (WAX) in Zuwara, Libya is 15,747 kilometers (9,785 miles / 8,503 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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 Libya. 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 12:06 in Melbourne, it's 04:06 in Zuwara. 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 Zuwara (WAX) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 111° (east 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 Zwara Airport (WAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.