Airport Comparison
Prague (PRG) to Malekula Island (SWJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic to Southwest Bay Airport (SWJ) in Malekula Island, Vanuatu is 15,574 kilometers (9,677 miles / 8,409 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.
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 Czech Republic with Vanuatu. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:40 in Prague, it's 04:40 in Malekula Island. With a 10-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 1,247 feet between the two airports. Southwest Bay Airport sits lower than Václav Havel Airport.
The return flight from Malekula Island (SWJ) to Prague (PRG) follows a heading of 333° (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 Václav Havel Airport (PRG) and Southwest Bay Airport (SWJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.