The flight distance from Rio Grande Airport (RIG) in Rio Grande, Brazil to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 12,277 kilometers (7,629 miles / 6,629 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:57 in Rio Grande, it's 09:57 in Sydney. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Rio Grande (RIG) follows a heading of 159° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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