Airport Comparison
Gold Coast (OOL) to Wapenamanda Airport (WBM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) in Gold Coast, Australia to Wapenamanda Airport (WBM) in Wapenamanda Airport, Papua New Guinea is 2,701 kilometers (1,678 miles / 1,459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 21:20 in Gold Coast, it's 21:20 in Wapenamanda Airport.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,868 feet between the two airports. Wapenamanda Airport sits higher than Gold Coast Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Wapenamanda Airport (WBM) to Gold Coast (OOL) follows a heading of 159° (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 Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and Wapenamanda Airport (WBM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.