Airport Comparison
| HNL | TPI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Daniel K Inouye International Airport | Tapini Airport |
| IATA Code | HNL | TPI |
| ICAO Code | PHNL | AYTI |
| City | Honolulu | Tapini |
| Country | United States | Papua New Guinea |
| Timezone | Pacific/Honolulu | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 3,100 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.320000, -157.920000 | -8.360000, 146.990000 |
Honolulu (HNL) to Tapini (TPI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, United States to Tapini Airport (TPI) in Tapini, Papua New Guinea is 6,857 kilometers (4,261 miles / 3,703 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States with Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:46 in Honolulu, it's 08:46 in Tapini. With a 20-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 3,087 feet between the two airports. Tapini Airport sits higher than Daniel K Inouye International Airport.
The return flight from Tapini (TPI) to Honolulu (HNL) follows a heading of 60° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Tapini Airport (TPI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.