Airport Comparison
| SON | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santo Pekoa International Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | SON | SYD |
| ICAO Code | NVSS | YSSY |
| City | Luganville | Sydney |
| Country | Vanuatu | Australia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 184 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.510000, 167.220000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Luganville (SON) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON) in Luganville, Vanuatu to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 2,605 kilometers (1,619 miles / 1,407 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.
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 08:22 in Luganville, it's 08:22 in Sydney.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Luganville (SON) follows a heading of 42° (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 Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.