Airport Comparison
Perth (JAD) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Perth Jandakot Airport (JAD) in Perth, Australia to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 3,281 kilometers (2,039 miles / 1,772 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within Australia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 12:21 in Perth, it's 15:21 in Sydney. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Perth (JAD) follows a heading of 264° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Perth Jandakot Airport (JAD) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.