The flight distance from Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 15,523 kilometers (9,646 miles / 8,382 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

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 Nigeria with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:09 in Kano, it's 00:09 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,541 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Mallam Aminu International Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Kano (KAN) follows a heading of 246° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.