Airport Comparison
| KWA | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | KWA | MEL |
| ICAO Code | PKWA | YMML |
| City | Kwajalein | Melbourne |
| Country | Marshall Islands | Australia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Kwajalein | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.720000, 167.730000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Kwajalein (KWA) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) in Kwajalein, Marshall Islands to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 5,681 kilometers (3,530 miles / 3,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 203°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Marshall Islands with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:01 in Kwajalein, it's 15:01 in Melbourne.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Kwajalein (KWA) follows a heading of 30° (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 Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.