Airport Comparison
| GAU | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | GAU | SYD |
| ICAO Code | VEGT | YSSY |
| City | Guwahati | Sydney |
| Country | India | Australia |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 162 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.110000, 91.590000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Guwahati (GAU) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) in Guwahati, India to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 9,169 kilometers (5,697 miles / 4,951 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.
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 India with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:04 in Guwahati, it's 20:34 in Sydney. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Guwahati (GAU) follows a heading of 309° (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 Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.