Airport Comparison
| FLD | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fond Du Lac County Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | FLD | MEL |
| ICAO Code | KFLD | YMML |
| City | Fond Du Lac | Melbourne |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 808 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.770000, -88.490000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Fond Du Lac (FLD) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fond Du Lac County Airport (FLD) in Fond Du Lac, United States to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 15,548 kilometers (9,661 miles / 8,395 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west at a heading of 260°.
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 10:16 in Fond Du Lac, it's 03:16 in Melbourne. With a 17-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 Fond Du Lac (FLD) follows a heading of 64° (east 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 Fond Du Lac County Airport (FLD) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.