MTK
Makin Island
Kiribati
4,738 km
2,944 miles
SYD
Sydney
Australia
Distance
4,738 km
2,944 mi / 2,558 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Pacific/Tarawa
Heading
207°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

MTK SYD
Airport Name Makin Island Airport Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
IATA Code MTK SYD
ICAO Code NGMN YSSY
City Makin Island Sydney
Country Kiribati Australia
Timezone Pacific/Tarawa Australia/Sydney
Elevation 0 ft 21 ft
Coordinates 3.370000, 172.990000 -33.950000, 151.180000

Makin Island (MTK) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Makin Island Airport (MTK) in Makin Island, Kiribati to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 4,738 kilometers (2,944 miles / 2,558 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Kiribati with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:25 in Makin Island, it's 09:25 in Sydney.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Makin Island (MTK) follows a heading of 33° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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