Airport Comparison
| ARC | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Arctic Village Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | ARC | MEL |
| ICAO Code | PARC | YMML |
| City | Arctic Village | Melbourne |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 2,092 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 68.110000, -145.580000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Arctic Village (ARC) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Arctic Village Airport (ARC) in Arctic Village, United States to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 13,082 kilometers (8,129 miles / 7,064 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.
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 16:39 in Arctic Village, it's 12:39 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,658 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Arctic Village Airport.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Arctic Village (ARC) follows a heading of 23° (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 Arctic Village Airport (ARC) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.