The flight distance from Pilanesberg International Airport (NTY) in Pilanesberg, South Africa to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 11,163 kilometers (6,937 miles / 6,028 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.

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 South Africa 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 11:44 in Pilanesberg, it's 20:44 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 3,391 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Pilanesberg International Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Pilanesberg (NTY) follows a heading of 230° (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 Pilanesberg International Airport (NTY) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.