Airport Comparison
| BUI | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bokondini Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | BUI | SYD |
| ICAO Code | WAJB | YSSY |
| City | Bokondini-Papua Island | Sydney |
| Country | Indonesia | Australia |
| Timezone | Asia/Jayapura | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 9,104 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -3.580000, 138.530000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Bokondini-Papua Island (BUI) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bokondini Airport (BUI) in Bokondini-Papua Island, Indonesia to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 3,622 kilometers (2,251 miles / 1,956 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.
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 Indonesia with Australia. 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 00:26 in Bokondini-Papua Island, it's 02:26 in Sydney.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,083 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Bokondini Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Bokondini-Papua Island (BUI) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Bokondini Airport (BUI) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.