The flight distance from Mekele Airport (MQX) in Mekele Airport, Ethiopia to Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia is 9,560 kilometers (5,940 miles / 5,162 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 124°.

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 Ethiopia with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:59 in Mekele Airport, it's 16:59 in Perth. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,329 feet between the two airports. Perth International Airport sits lower than Mekele Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Perth (PER) to Mekele Airport (MQX) follows a heading of 289° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mekele Airport (MQX) and Perth International Airport (PER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.