The flight distance from Sao Lourenco Airport (SSO) in Sao Lourenco, Brazil to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,552 kilometers (8,421 miles / 7,317 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southwest at a heading of 196°.

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 05:00 in Sao Lourenco, it's 19:00 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,850 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Sao Lourenco Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Sao Lourenco (SSO) follows a heading of 162° (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 Sao Lourenco Airport (SSO) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.