The flight distance from Sharurah Airport (SHW) in Sharurah Airport, Saudi Arabia to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 12,353 kilometers (7,676 miles / 6,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

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 Saudi Arabia 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 17:53 in Sharurah Airport, it's 00:53 in Sydney. With a 7-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 2,342 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Sharurah Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Sharurah Airport (SHW) 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 Sharurah Airport (SHW) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.