Airport Comparison
| IKU | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Issyk-Kul International Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | IKU | SYD |
| ICAO Code | UCFL | YSSY |
| City | Tamchy | Sydney |
| Country | Kyrgyzstan | Australia |
| Timezone | Asia/Bishkek | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 5,426 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.590000, 76.710000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Tamchy (IKU) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) in Tamchy, Kyrgyzstan to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 11,384 kilometers (7,074 miles / 6,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, 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 Kyrgyzstan 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 14:17 in Tamchy, it's 19:17 in Sydney. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,405 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Issyk-Kul International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Tamchy (IKU) follows a heading of 313° (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 Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.