The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to South Caicos Airport (XSC) in South Caicos Airport, TC is 16,100 kilometers (10,004 miles / 8,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:32 in Melbourne, it's 08:32 in South Caicos Airport. With a 16-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 South Caicos Airport (XSC) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 235° (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 South Caicos Airport (XSC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.