The flight distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia to Vallenar Airport (VLR) in Vallenar, Chile is 11,779 kilometers (7,319 miles / 6,360 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:07 in Sydney, it's 19:07 in Vallenar. 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 1,704 feet between the two airports. Vallenar Airport sits higher than Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport.

The return flight from Vallenar (VLR) to Sydney (SYD) follows a heading of 215° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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