The flight distance from Kiruna Airport (KRN) in Kiruna Airport, Sweden to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 15,146 kilometers (9,412 miles / 8,178 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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 Sweden 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 00:54 in Kiruna Airport, it's 10:54 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 1,487 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Kiruna Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Kiruna Airport (KRN) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Kiruna Airport (KRN) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.