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Luganville, Sanma, Vanuatu – Vanuatu Flag

Current Date And Time In Luganville, Vanuatu

Thursday, 13 August 2026
03:31:47 VUT
State: Sanma
Currency: Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)
Timezone: UTC +11:00 (VUT)
Population: 13,397

🗺 Map of Luganville, Sanma, Vanuatu – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Luganville, a city in Sanma, Vanuatu, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Luganville — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Luganville.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Vanuatu operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Luganville, Sanma

📍 LATITUDE
15.52°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
167.162°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)15.5199° S167.1624° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-15.5199167.1624
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)15° 31' 12" S167° 9' 44" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)15° 31.1934' S167° 9.741' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Luganville Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:08 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:44 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 35m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:56 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Luganville’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Luganville’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,728 km
(1,074 mi) • Luganville is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
17,930 km
(11,141 mi) • Luganville is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
15.52° N, 12.838° W
The point exactly opposite Luganville through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Luganville, you'd surface nearest to Maghama, Mauritania, about 2 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Luganville

📍 Location Details

CityLuganville
StateSanma
CountryVanuatu
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
Time Zone+11:00

📈 Area & Population

Population13,397
Area (km²)8.32 km²
Area (mi²)3.21 mi²
Pop. Density1,610.22 /km²
Elevation8 m / 26 ft
GPS (DD)-15.5199, 167.1624

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Luganville

Nearby Cities Found: 2 cities
Parent State: Sanma
Parent Country: Vanuatu
Neighboring Cities:

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 13,397
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 3 most populous in Sanma
🏠 Share of Sanma Population: 23.098%
📏 Built-Up Area: 8.32 km²
👥 Population Density: 1,610 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Luganville to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Sanma.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Hog HarbourSanmaN44 km27 mi~44m🗺 View
Port-OlrySanmaN54 km34 mi~54m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Luganville to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Port Vila
275 km (171 mi)
SE of Luganville • ~4h 35m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Sanma

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Sanma, the home state of Luganville, along with each city's aerial distance from Luganville, Sanma's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Port-Olry-15.0418° S167.0727° E9 m54 km🗺 View Map
Hog Harbour-15.1333° S167.1° E42 m44 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Santo Pekoa International Airport
IATA: SON
6 km (4 mi) from Luganville
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🌍 Luganville Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Luganville Matter

The exact GPS location of Luganville gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Sanma. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Sanma state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Luganville Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Luganville are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Luganville

The satellite view of Luganville lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Vanuatu map

🌎 Regional Position of Luganville in Sanma

Luganville sits within Sanma, Vanuatu, in the Australia And Oceania region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Luganville Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Luganville for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Sanma. › Browse every city in Sanma

💻 Using Luganville Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Luganville in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Vanuatu. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Luganville Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Luganville directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Luganville. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Sanma CitiesAccess the full city directory for Sanma ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Luganville Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Luganville?

The GPS coordinates of Luganville are latitude -15.5199° and longitude 167.1624°. In directional format: 15.5199° S, 167.1624° E. These coordinates mark the center of Luganville in Sanma and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Luganville located?

Luganville is a city in Sanma, Vanuatu, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Luganville?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Luganville sits at: Latitude 15° 31' 12" S and Longitude 167° 9' 44" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Luganville?

Luganville has a population of approximately 13,397 people. This is roughly 23.098% of Sanma's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Sanma.

🗺 How can I view Luganville on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Luganville is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -15.5199, 167.1624 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Luganville in Sanma. For broader context, explore the Sanma state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Luganville?

The nearest airport to Luganville is Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON), roughly 6 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Luganville?

Luganville sits at an elevation of approximately 8 meters (26 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Sanma.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Luganville?

The closest cities to Luganville include Hog Harbour, Port-Olry. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Luganville today?

Today in Luganville, sunrise is at 06:08 AM and sunset is at 05:44 PM, giving a day length of 11h 35m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Luganville's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Luganville from the Equator?

Luganville is approximately 1,728 km (1,074 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 17,930 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Luganville?

The antipodal point of Luganville — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Maghama, Mauritania, roughly 2 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Luganville from Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu?

Luganville is approximately 275 km (171 mi) SE of Port Vila, the national capital of Vanuatu, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.