The flight distance from Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) in Ayers Rock, Australia to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 2,177 kilometers (1,353 miles / 1,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within Australia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 0.5-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 21:56 in Ayers Rock, it's 22:26 in Sydney.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,605 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Ayers Rock Connellan Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Ayers Rock (AYQ) follows a heading of 291° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.