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Papua New Guinea → Indonesia

How long is the flight from Lae to Merauke?

LAELae
MKQMerauke
Flight Time
1 h 19 min
Distance
729km

453 miles

Departure
22:05
Arrival
22:23
From

LAELae

Lae Nadzab Airport

Departure 22:05 · Pacific/Port_Moresby

To

MKQMerauke

Mopah Airport

Arrival 22:23 · Asia/Jayapura

Route Details

The flight from Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE) in Lae to Mopah Airport (MKQ) in Merauke covers a distance of approximately 729 kilometers (453 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 1 h 19 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Pacific/Port_Moresby
Arrival Time Zone
Asia/Jayapura

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Lae to Merauke?

A direct flight from Lae to Merauke takes around 1 h 19 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Lae to Merauke?

The distance from Lae to Merauke is about 729 kilometers (453 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Lae to Merauke?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 1 h 19 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Merauke to Lae.