Sorong to Timika flights
Timika lies 731 km (454 mi) south-east of Sorong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 41 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Sorong | Timika | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 219,958 | 142,909 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) |
| Nearest large airport | SOQ, 3 km out | TIM, 25 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Sorong
Sorong is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,070 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Timika
Timika is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mozes Kilangin Airport (TIM), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,841 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mozes Kilangin Airport (regional) | TIM | 25 km (16 mi) | 7,841 ft | 103 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Timika from Sorong?
731 km (454 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Sorong.
How long does it take to get from Sorong to Timika by air?
About 1 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sorong and Timika?
No, both are on Asia/Jayapura at the moment.
Which airports are used for Sorong to Timika flights?
Typically Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ) to Mozes Kilangin Airport (TIM).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.