The flight distance from Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) in Idaho Falls, United States to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,019 kilometers (8,089 miles / 7,029 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

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 United States 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 09:28 in Idaho Falls, it's 03:28 in Sydney. With a 18-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 4,723 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Idaho Falls Regional Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Idaho Falls (IDA) follows a heading of 54° (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 Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.