The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Darnley Island Airport (NLF) in Darnley Island, Australia is 3,125 kilometers (1,942 miles / 1,688 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 14:24 in Melbourne, it's 13:24 in Darnley Island.

The return flight from Darnley Island (NLF) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 178° (south). 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 Darnley Island Airport (NLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.