Airport Comparison
| POM | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | POM | SYD |
| ICAO Code | AYPY | YSSY |
| City | Port Moresby | Sydney |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Australia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 146 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -9.440000, 147.220000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Port Moresby (POM) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM) in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 2,755 kilometers (1,712 miles / 1,488 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 172°.
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 09:10 in Port Moresby, it's 10:10 in Sydney.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Port Moresby (POM) follows a heading of 351° (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 Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.