Airport Comparison
| BYW | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Blakely Island Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | BYW | MEL |
| ICAO Code | 38WA | YMML |
| City | Blakely Island | Melbourne |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 66 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 48.580000, -122.830000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Blakely Island (BYW) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Blakely Island Airport (BYW) in Blakely Island, United States to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,194 kilometers (8,198 miles / 7,124 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.
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 United States with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:01 in Blakely Island, it's 23:01 in Melbourne. With a 19-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 Melbourne (MEL) to Blakely Island (BYW) follows a heading of 49° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Blakely Island Airport (BYW) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.