BKK
Bangkok
Thailand
3,972 km
2,468 miles
RDE
Merdei-Papua Island
Indonesia
Distance
3,972 km
2,468 mi / 2,145 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Asia/Bangkok
Heading
113°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

BKK RDE
Airport Name Suvarnabhumi Airport Merdei Airport
IATA Code BKK RDE
ICAO Code VTBS WASM
City Bangkok Merdei-Papua Island
Country Thailand Indonesia
Timezone Asia/Bangkok Asia/Jayapura
Elevation 5 ft 425 ft
Coordinates 13.680000, 100.750000 -1.580000, 133.330000

Bangkok (BKK) to Merdei-Papua Island (RDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, Thailand to Merdei Airport (RDE) in Merdei-Papua Island, Indonesia is 3,972 kilometers (2,468 miles / 2,145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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 Thailand with Indonesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:06 in Bangkok, it's 12:06 in Merdei-Papua Island.

The return flight from Merdei-Papua Island (RDE) to Bangkok (BKK) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Merdei Airport (RDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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