Airport Comparison
| EDM | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | La Roche-sur-Yon Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | EDM | SYD |
| ICAO Code | LFRI | YSSY |
| City | La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs | Sydney |
| Country | France | Australia |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 299 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.700000, -1.380000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs (EDM) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from La Roche-sur-Yon Airport (EDM) in La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs, France to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 17,312 kilometers (10,757 miles / 9,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.
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 France with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:43 in La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs, it's 19:43 in Sydney. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to La Roche-sur-Yon/Les Ajoncs (EDM) follows a heading of 310° (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 La Roche-sur-Yon Airport (EDM) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.