The flight distance from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) in Mumbai, India to Buka Airport (BUA) in Buka Island, Papua New Guinea is 9,348 kilometers (5,809 miles / 5,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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 India with Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:44 in Mumbai, it's 23:14 in Buka Island. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Buka Island (BUA) to Mumbai (BOM) follows a heading of 290° (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 Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) and Buka Airport (BUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.