Airport Comparison
| MED | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | MED | SYD |
| ICAO Code | OEMA | YSSY |
| City | Medina | Sydney |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Australia |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 2,151 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.550000, 39.710000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Medina (MED) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) in Medina, Saudi Arabia to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,404 kilometers (8,329 miles / 7,238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.
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 Saudi Arabia 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 15:41 in Medina, it's 23:41 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 2,130 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Medina (MED) follows a heading of 281° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.