The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY) in Hay River, Canada is 14,080 kilometers (8,749 miles / 7,602 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 Canada. 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 02:08 in Melbourne, it's 08:08 in Hay River. With a 18-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 Hay River (YHY) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 257° (west 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 Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.