Airport Comparison
| ATH | MIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Misima Island Airport |
| IATA Code | ATH | MIS |
| ICAO Code | LGAV | AYMS |
| City | Athens | Misima Island |
| Country | Greece | Papua New Guinea |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Elevation | 308 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.940000, 23.940000 | -10.690000, 152.840000 |
Athens (ATH) to Misima Island (MIS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Misima Island Airport (MIS) in Misima Island, Papua New Guinea is 14,113 kilometers (8,769 miles / 7,620 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.
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 Greece with Papua New Guinea. 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 17:26 in Athens, it's 01:26 in Misima Island. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Misima Island (MIS) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 310° (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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Misima Island Airport (MIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.