Airport Comparison
| KKK | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kalakaket Creek Air Station | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | KKK | MEL |
| ICAO Code | K1KC | YMML |
| City | Kalakaket Creek | Melbourne |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 1,598 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 64.400000, -156.800000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Kalakaket Creek (KKK) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kalakaket Creek Air Station (KKK) in Kalakaket Creek, United States to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 12,434 kilometers (7,726 miles / 6,714 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.
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 01:35 in Kalakaket Creek, it's 21:35 in Melbourne. With a 20-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,164 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Kalakaket Creek Air Station.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Kalakaket Creek (KKK) follows a heading of 23° (north 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 Kalakaket Creek Air Station (KKK) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.