The flight distance from Kirundo Airport (KRE) in Kirundo, Burundi to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 12,651 kilometers (7,861 miles / 6,831 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:26 in Kirundo, it's 07:26 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 4,490 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Kirundo Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Kirundo (KRE) follows a heading of 249° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kirundo Airport (KRE) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.