Airport Comparison
| MEL | WMO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Melbourne International Airport | White Mountain Airport |
| IATA Code | MEL | WMO |
| ICAO Code | YMML | PAWM |
| City | Melbourne | White Mountain |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 434 ft | 267 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.670000, 144.840000 | 64.690000, -163.410000 |
Melbourne (MEL) to White Mountain (WMO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to White Mountain Airport (WMO) in White Mountain, United States is 12,238 kilometers (7,604 miles / 6,608 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.
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 Australia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:40 in Melbourne, it's 06:40 in White Mountain. 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 White Mountain (WMO) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 221° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Melbourne International Airport (MEL) and White Mountain Airport (WMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.