The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Samjiyon Airport (YJS) in Samjiyon, KP is 9,004 kilometers (5,595 miles / 4,862 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 KP. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:03 in Melbourne, it's 09:03 in Samjiyon.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,113 feet between the two airports. Samjiyon Airport sits higher than Melbourne International Airport.

The return flight from Samjiyon (YJS) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 167° (south southeast). 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 Samjiyon Airport (YJS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.