Airport Comparison
| JKH | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chios Island National Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | JKH | SYD |
| ICAO Code | LGHI | YSSY |
| City | Chios Island | Sydney |
| Country | Greece | Australia |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 15 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.340000, 26.140000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Chios Island (JKH) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chios Island National Airport (JKH) in Chios Island, Greece to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 15,129 kilometers (9,400 miles / 8,169 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.
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 Greece 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 16:15 in Chios Island, it's 01:15 in Sydney. With a 9-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 Chios Island (JKH) follows a heading of 292° (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 Chios Island National Airport (JKH) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.