Airport Comparison
| HAQ | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hanimaadhoo International Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | HAQ | SYD |
| ICAO Code | VRMH | YSSY |
| City | Haa Dhaalu | Sydney |
| Country | Maldives | Australia |
| Timezone | Indian/Maldives | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 4 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.750000, 73.170000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Haa Dhaalu (HAQ) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ) in Haa Dhaalu, Maldives to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 9,334 kilometers (5,800 miles / 5,040 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.
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 Maldives 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 11:01 in Haa Dhaalu, it's 17:01 in Sydney. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Haa Dhaalu (HAQ) follows a heading of 282° (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 Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.