The flight distance from Winkler County Airport (INK) in Wink, United States to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,226 kilometers (8,218 miles / 7,142 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, 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 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 09:29 in Wink, it's 02:29 in Sydney. With a 17-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 2,801 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Winkler County Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Wink (INK) follows a heading of 69° (east 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 Winkler County Airport (INK) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.