GTI
Rugen
Germany
16,046 km
9,971 miles
SYD
Sydney
Australia
Distance
16,046 km
9,971 mi / 8,664 nm
Est. Flight Time
20h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
73°
east northeast

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GTI SYD
Airport Name Rugen Airport Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
IATA Code GTI SYD
ICAO Code EDCG YSSY
City Rugen Sydney
Country Germany Australia
Timezone Europe/Berlin Australia/Sydney
Elevation 69 ft 21 ft
Coordinates 54.380000, 13.330000 -33.950000, 151.180000

Rugen (GTI) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rugen Airport (GTI) in Rugen, Germany to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 16,046 kilometers (9,971 miles / 8,664 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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 Germany 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 22:50 in Rugen, it's 08:50 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 Rugen (GTI) follows a heading of 318° (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 Rugen Airport (GTI) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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