The flight distance from Buckley Space Force Base Airport (BFK) in Aurora, United States to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,431 kilometers (8,346 miles / 7,252 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:31 in Aurora, it's 06:31 in Sydney. With a 18-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,642 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Buckley Space Force Base Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Aurora (BFK) follows a heading of 60° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Buckley Space Force Base Airport (BFK) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.