Airport Comparison
Honolulu (HNL) to Sawu-Sawu Island (SAU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, United States to Sawu Airport (SAU) in Sawu-Sawu Island, Indonesia is 9,433 kilometers (5,861 miles / 5,093 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.
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 United States with Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:27 in Honolulu, it's 19:27 in Sawu-Sawu Island. With a 18-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 Sawu-Sawu Island (SAU) to Honolulu (HNL) follows a heading of 67° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Sawu Airport (SAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.