Timika to Merauke flights
Merauke lies 597 km (371 mi) south-east of Timika, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 31 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.
| Timika | Merauke | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 142,909 | 116,864 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) |
| Nearest large airport | TIM, 25 km out | MKQ, 3 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Merauke
Merauke is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mopah International Airport (MKQ), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,070 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mopah International Airport (regional) | MKQ | 3 km (2 mi) | 6,070 ft | 10 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Merauke from Timika?
597 km (371 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Timika.
How long does it take to get from Timika to Merauke by air?
About 1 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Timika and Merauke?
No, both are on Asia/Jayapura at the moment.
Which airports are used for Timika to Merauke flights?
Typically Mozes Kilangin Airport (TIM) to Mopah International Airport (MKQ).
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.