The flight distance from Kithira Airport (KIT) in Kithira Island, Greece to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 15,349 kilometers (9,538 miles / 8,288 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, 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 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 16:32 in Kithira Island, it's 01:32 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,024 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Kithira Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Kithira Island (KIT) follows a heading of 289° (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 Kithira Airport (KIT) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.