Airport Comparison
| DGF | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Douglas Lake Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | DGF | SYD |
| ICAO Code | CAL3 | YSSY |
| City | Douglas Lake | Sydney |
| Country | Canada | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 2,770 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.170000, -120.170000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Douglas Lake (DGF) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Douglas Lake Airport (DGF) in Douglas Lake, Canada to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 12,743 kilometers (7,918 miles / 6,881 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.
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 Canada with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:05 in Douglas Lake, it's 06:05 in Sydney. With a 19-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 2,749 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Douglas Lake Airport.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Douglas Lake (DGF) follows a heading of 45° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Douglas Lake Airport (DGF) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.