Airport Comparison
Amman (AMM) to Malekula Island (SWJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Southwest Bay Airport (SWJ) in Malekula Island, Vanuatu is 14,853 kilometers (9,229 miles / 8,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 83°.
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 Jordan with Vanuatu. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:35 in Amman, it's 13:35 in Malekula Island. With a 8-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 2,395 feet between the two airports. Southwest Bay Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.
The return flight from Malekula Island (SWJ) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 298° (west 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 Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Southwest Bay Airport (SWJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.