Airport Comparison
| BNE | HGU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Brisbane International Airport | Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport |
| IATA Code | BNE | HGU |
| ICAO Code | YBBN | AYMH |
| City | Brisbane | Mount Hagen |
| Country | Australia | Papua New Guinea |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 5,388 ft |
| Coordinates | -27.380000, 153.120000 | -5.830000, 144.300000 |
Brisbane (BNE) to Mount Hagen (HGU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Brisbane International Airport (BNE) in Brisbane, Australia to Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) in Mount Hagen, Papua New Guinea is 2,571 kilometers (1,598 miles / 1,388 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.
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 an international route connecting Australia with Papua New Guinea. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:49 in Brisbane, it's 17:49 in Mount Hagen.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,375 feet between the two airports. Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport sits higher than Brisbane International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mount Hagen (HGU) to Brisbane (BNE) follows a heading of 160° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Brisbane International Airport (BNE) and Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.