The flight distance from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) in Irkutsk, Russia to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 10,608 kilometers (6,592 miles / 5,728 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.

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 Russia with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:54 in Irkutsk, it's 09:54 in Sydney.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,654 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Irkutsk Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Irkutsk (IKT) follows a heading of 333° (north 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 Irkutsk Airport (IKT) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.