The flight distance from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, United States to Simbai Airport (SIM) in Simbai, Papua New Guinea is 6,931 kilometers (4,306 miles / 3,742 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:47 in Honolulu, it's 05:47 in Simbai. With a 20-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,791 feet between the two airports. Simbai Airport sits higher than Daniel K Inouye International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Simbai (SIM) to Honolulu (HNL) follows a heading of 63° (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 Simbai Airport (SIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.