The flight distance from Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) in Hancock, United States to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 14,897 kilometers (9,257 miles / 8,044 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

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 20:56 in Hancock, it's 10:56 in Sydney. With a 14-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 1,074 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Houghton County Memorial Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Hancock (CMX) follows a heading of 55° (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 Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.