The flight distance from Kastamonu Airport (KFS) in Kastamonu, Turkey to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 14,559 kilometers (9,047 miles / 7,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.

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 Turkey 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 20:43 in Kastamonu, it's 04:43 in Sydney. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,499 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Kastamonu Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Kastamonu (KFS) follows a heading of 298° (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 Kastamonu Airport (KFS) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.