Airport Comparison
| KTS | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Brevig Mission Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | KTS | MEL |
| ICAO Code | PFKT | YMML |
| City | Brevig Mission | Melbourne |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 38 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.330000, -166.470000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Brevig Mission (KTS) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Brevig Mission Airport (KTS) in Brevig Mission, United States to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 12,199 kilometers (7,580 miles / 6,587 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 219°.
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 00:04 in Brevig Mission, it's 20:04 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.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Brevig Mission (KTS) follows a heading of 19° (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 Brevig Mission Airport (KTS) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.