Airport Comparison
| KFE | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fortescue - Dave Forrest Aerodrome | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | KFE | MEL |
| ICAO Code | YFDF | YMML |
| City | Cloudbreak Village | Melbourne |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | 0.000000, 119.430000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Cloudbreak Village (KFE) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fortescue - Dave Forrest Aerodrome (KFE) in Cloudbreak Village, Australia to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 4,933 kilometers (3,065 miles / 2,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 151°.
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 a domestic route within Australia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:45 in Cloudbreak Village, it's 20:45 in Melbourne. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,121 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Fortescue - Dave Forrest Aerodrome.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Cloudbreak Village (KFE) follows a heading of 322° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fortescue - Dave Forrest Aerodrome (KFE) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.