PBJ
Paama Island
Vanuatu
2,589 km
1,609 miles
SYD
Sydney
Australia
Distance
2,589 km
1,609 mi / 1,398 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Pacific/Efate
Heading
218°
southwest

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PBJ SYD
Airport Name Tavie Airport Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
IATA Code PBJ SYD
ICAO Code NVSI YSSY
City Paama Island Sydney
Country Vanuatu Australia
Timezone Pacific/Efate Australia/Sydney
Elevation 0 ft 21 ft
Coordinates -16.440000, 168.260000 -33.950000, 151.180000

Paama Island (PBJ) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tavie Airport (PBJ) in Paama Island, Vanuatu to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 2,589 kilometers (1,609 miles / 1,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 218°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:05 in Paama Island, it's 20:05 in Sydney.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Paama Island (PBJ) follows a heading of 45° (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 Tavie Airport (PBJ) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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