Airport Comparison
| SYD | VAV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | Vava'u International Airport |
| IATA Code | SYD | VAV |
| ICAO Code | YSSY | NFTV |
| City | Sydney | Vava'u Island |
| Country | Australia | Tonga |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney | Pacific/Tongatapu |
| Elevation | 21 ft | 236 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.950000, 151.180000 | -18.590000, -173.960000 |
Sydney (SYD) to Vava'u Island (VAV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia to Vava'u International Airport (VAV) in Vava'u Island, Tonga is 3,847 kilometers (2,390 miles / 2,077 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.
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 Australia with Tonga. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:07 in Sydney, it's 11:07 in Vava'u Island.
The return flight from Vava'u Island (VAV) to Sydney (SYD) follows a heading of 237° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) and Vava'u International Airport (VAV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.