How do hummingbirds migrate long distances?

Thereof, how far do hummingbirds fly in a day when migrating?

The ruby-throated hummingbird flies 500 miles nonstop across the Gulf of Mexico during both its spring and fall migrations. It is a myth, however, that these tiny birds "ride" on the back of other birds during migration—they fly this distance entirely on their own.

Subsequently, question is, do hummingbirds migrate by themselves? It's quite amazing, but hummingbirds do migrate by themselves, under their own power, and as solitary migrants, not in flocks. But most of the species that breed north of Mexico in the U.S. & Canada do migrate to separate wintering grounds.

In this regard, do hummingbirds return to the same place every year?

The northward migration is complete by late May. Banding studies show that each bird tends to return every year to the same place it hatched, even visiting the same feeders. See the Ruby-throated migration map for the species' range and earliest arrival dates.

How do hummingbirds migrate south for the winter?

Fact: Most, but not all, hummingbirds migrate south for winter. The Anna's hummingbird stays along the West Coast year-round. Myth: Hummingbirds sip nectar through their bills like a straw. Fact: Hummingbirds use their tongues to lap up nectar and sugar water at about 13 licks per second.