BTU
Bintulu
Malaysia
5,740 km
3,567 miles
SYD
Sydney
Australia
Distance
5,740 km
3,567 mi / 3,099 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Kuching
Heading
139°
southeast

Airport Comparison

BTU SYD
Airport Name Bintulu Airport Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
IATA Code BTU SYD
ICAO Code WBGB YSSY
City Bintulu Sydney
Country Malaysia Australia
Timezone Asia/Kuching Australia/Sydney
Elevation 74 ft 21 ft
Coordinates 3.120000, 113.020000 -33.950000, 151.180000

Bintulu (BTU) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bintulu Airport (BTU) in Bintulu, Malaysia to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 5,740 kilometers (3,567 miles / 3,099 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.

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 Malaysia 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 05:15 in Bintulu, it's 08:15 in Sydney. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Bintulu (BTU) follows a heading of 308° (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 Bintulu Airport (BTU) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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