AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
2,376 km
1,476 miles
PBJ
Paama Island
Vanuatu
Distance
2,376 km
1,476 mi / 1,283 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
343°
north northwest

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AKL PBJ
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Tavie Airport
IATA Code AKL PBJ
ICAO Code NZAA NVSI
City Auckland Paama Island
Country New Zealand Vanuatu
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Efate
Elevation 23 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 -16.440000, 168.260000

Auckland (AKL) to Paama Island (PBJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Tavie Airport (PBJ) in Paama Island, Vanuatu is 2,376 kilometers (1,476 miles / 1,283 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 New Zealand with Vanuatu. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:35 in Auckland, it's 12:35 in Paama Island.

The return flight from Paama Island (PBJ) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 166° (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 Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Tavie Airport (PBJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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