Airport Comparison
| NIS | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Simberi Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | NIS | SYD |
| ICAO Code | AYSE | YSSY |
| City | Simberi Island | Sydney |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Australia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -2.660000, 152.000000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Simberi Island (NIS) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Simberi Airport (NIS) in Simberi Island, Papua New Guinea to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 3,480 kilometers (2,163 miles / 1,879 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 181°.
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 Papua New Guinea with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:25 in Simberi Island, it's 22:25 in Sydney.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Simberi Island (NIS) follows a heading of 2° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Simberi Airport (NIS) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.