Airport Comparison
| SCT | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Socotra International Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCT | SYD |
| ICAO Code | OYSQ | YSSY |
| City | Socotra Islands | Sydney |
| Country | Yemen | Australia |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 146 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 12.630000, 53.910000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Socotra Islands (SCT) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 11,450 kilometers (7,115 miles / 6,183 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.
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 Yemen 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 00:16 in Socotra Islands, it's 08:16 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.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Socotra Islands (SCT) follows a heading of 277° (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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.