The flight distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia to Wapenamanda Airport (WBM) in Wapenamanda Airport, Papua New Guinea is 3,236 kilometers (2,011 miles / 1,747 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 15:27 in Sydney, it's 14:27 in Wapenamanda Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,868 feet between the two airports. Wapenamanda Airport sits higher than Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Wapenamanda Airport (WBM) to Sydney (SYD) follows a heading of 168° (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 Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) and Wapenamanda Airport (WBM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.