Airport Comparison
| SFO | YQY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | YQY |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | CYQY |
| City | San Francisco | Sydney |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Glace_Bay |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 203 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | 46.160000, -60.050000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Sydney (YQY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY) in Sydney, Canada is 5,111 kilometers (3,176 miles / 2,760 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.
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 United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:36 in San Francisco, it's 05:36 in Sydney. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Sydney (YQY) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 283° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.