How long is the flight from Australia to West Papua?

The average flight duration from Australia to West Papua depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Sorong Jefman is 32h 25m on average, while flying from Melbourne to Sorong Jefman is 15h 40m on average. Sorong Jefman is the most popular airport in West Papua.

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Flights to Sorong

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Garuda Indonesia

4 Mar

MEL

37h 15m

2 stops

SOQ

8 Mar

SOQ

18h 45m

2 stops

MEL

$1,176

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Batik Air

7 Feb

PER

28h 05m

1 stop

SOQ

11 Feb

SOQ

14h 05m

1 stop

PER

$1,320

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Garuda Indonesia

13 Mar

MEL

37h 15m

2 stops

SOQ

16 Mar

SOQ

42h 45m

2 stops

MEL

$1,325

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Batik Air

3 Mar

PER

28h 05m

1 stop

SOQ

8 Mar

SOQ

14h 30m

1 stop

PER

$1,376

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Multiple Airlines

16 Dec

SYD

32h 45m

2 stops

SOQ

23 Dec

SOQ

20h 20m

2 stops

SYD

$1,617

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Garuda Indonesia

3 Jan

MEL

49h 15m

2 stops

SOQ

18 Jan

SOQ

30h 30m

1 stop

MEL

$1,641

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Multiple Airlines

3 Jan

MEL

24h 45m

1 stop

SOQ

18 Jan

SOQ

29h 05m

3 stops

MEL

$1,650

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Multiple Airlines

16 Dec

SYD

34h 45m

2 stops

SOQ

23 Dec

SOQ

24h 45m

3 stops

SYD

$1,690

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Multiple Airlines

16 Dec

SYD

27h 30m

2 stops

SOQ

23 Dec

SOQ

14h 00m

1 stop

SYD

$1,696

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Multiple Airlines

16 Dec

SYD

28h 45m

2 stops

SOQ

23 Dec

SOQ

22h 20m

2 stops

SYD

$1,700

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Multiple Airlines

16 Dec

SYD

27h 30m

3 stops

SOQ

23 Dec

SOQ

24h 45m

3 stops

SYD

$1,746

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Multiple Airlines

16 Dec

SYD

36h 20m

3 stops

SOQ

23 Dec

SOQ

42h 50m

3 stops

SYD

$1,770

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19:00 - 06:15MEL-SOQ

37h 15m2 stops

08:15 - 05:00SOQ-MEL

18h 45m2 stops

$1,176Garuda Indonesia

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Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

01:30 - 06:35PER-SOQ

28h 05m1 stop

11:25 - 00:30SOQ-PER

14h 05m1 stop

$1,320Batik Air

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Sat, 7 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

19:00 - 06:15MEL-SOQ

37h 15m2 stops

08:15 - 05:00SOQ-MEL

42h 45m2 stops

$1,325Garuda Indonesia

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Fri, 13 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

01:30 - 06:35PER-SOQ

28h 05m1 stop

11:00 - 00:30SOQ-PER

14h 30m1 stop

$1,376Batik Air

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Tue, 3 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

08:00 - 14:45SYD-SOQ

32h 45m2 stops

15:30 - 13:50SOQ-SYD

20h 20m2 stops

$1,617Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 23 Dec

07:00 - 06:15MEL-SOQ

49h 15m2 stops

08:30 - 17:00SOQ-MEL

30h 30m1 stop

$1,641Garuda Indonesia

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Sat, 3 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

16:00 - 14:45MEL-SOQ

24h 45m1 stop

15:30 - 22:35SOQ-MEL

29h 05m3 stops

$1,650Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 3 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

06:00 - 14:45SYD-SOQ

34h 45m2 stops

14:55 - 17:40SOQ-SYD

24h 45m3 stops

$1,690Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 23 Dec

13:15 - 14:45SYD-SOQ

27h 30m2 stops

15:30 - 07:30SOQ-SYD

14h 00m1 stop

$1,696Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 23 Dec

12:00 - 14:45SYD-SOQ

28h 45m2 stops

15:30 - 15:50SOQ-SYD

22h 20m2 stops

$1,700Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 23 Dec

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSorong

MEL - SOQ

MELSOQ

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

19:00-06:15

2 stops37h 15m

Sorong Jefman

Sun 8/3

08:15-05:00

2 stops18h 45m

$1,176

PerthSorong

PER - SOQ

PERSOQ

Perth

Sat 7/2

01:30-06:35

1 stop28h 05m

Sorong Jefman

Wed 11/2

11:25-00:30

1 stop14h 05m

$1,320

MelbourneSorong

MEL - SOQ

MELSOQ

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

19:00-06:15

2 stops37h 15m

Sorong Jefman

Mon 16/3

08:15-05:00

2 stops42h 45m

$1,325

PerthSorong

PER - SOQ

PERSOQ

Perth

Tue 3/3

01:30-06:35

1 stop28h 05m

Sorong Jefman

Sun 8/3

11:00-00:30

1 stop14h 30m

$1,376

SydneySorong

SYD - SOQ

SYDSOQ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/12

08:00-14:45

2 stops32h 45m

Sorong Jefman

Tue 23/12

15:30-13:50

2 stops20h 20m

$1,617

MelbourneSorong

MEL - SOQ

MELSOQ

Melbourne

Sat 3/1

07:00-06:15

2 stops49h 15m

Sorong Jefman

Sun 18/1

08:30-17:00

1 stop30h 30m

$1,641

MelbourneSorong

MEL - SOQ

MELSOQ

Melbourne

Sat 3/1

16:00-14:45

1 stop24h 45m

Sorong Jefman

Sun 18/1

15:30-22:35

3 stops29h 05m

$1,650

SydneySorong

SYD - SOQ

SYDSOQ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/12

06:00-14:45

2 stops34h 45m

Sorong Jefman

Tue 23/12

14:55-17:40

3 stops24h 45m

$1,690

SydneySorong

SYD - SOQ

SYDSOQ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/12

13:15-14:45

2 stops27h 30m

Sorong Jefman

Tue 23/12

15:30-07:30

1 stop14h 00m

$1,696

SydneySorong

SYD - SOQ

SYDSOQ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/12

12:00-14:45

2 stops28h 45m

Sorong Jefman

Tue 23/12

15:30-15:50

2 stops22h 20m

$1,700

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to West Papua?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to West Papua is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,510. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $1,739. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to West Papua.

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Summary info about West Papua flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$557
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,176
Fastest flight time	14h 40m

The best one-way flight price to West Papua from Australia in the last 72 hours is $557 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Sorong Jefman).

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The best round-trip flight price to West Papua from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,176 (Melbourne to Sorong Jefman).

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The fastest flight to West Papua from Australia takes 14h 40m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Sorong Jefman).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to West Papua

What is the cheapest flight I can find to West Papua?

The average flight to West Papua costs $324/per person and the cheapest flight to West Papua is $322/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on travelling.

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Sorong?

Sorong is about 98% more popular to visit than any other city in West Papua, according to momondo users. When visiting Sorong, it is recommended to fly into Sorong Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.

What is the weather like in West Papua?

Temperatures in West Papua can vary between 27 °C and 29 °C based on the time of year. Typically, the coldest month in West Papua will be June, and the warmest month will be April. It is also worth noting that those looking to avoid rain and/or snow should consider travelling to West Papua in February, November, and November, as that is when precipitation is least likely.

What is the best day of the week to fly to West Papua?

The best day of the week to fly to West Papua is Sunday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Saturday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Friday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to West Papua.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to West Papua?

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How many operators does momondo search for flights to West Papua?

As of November 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights to West Papua.

How old do you have to be to fly to West Papua?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to West Papua.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to West Papua?

The necessary travel and health documents for your West Papua trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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