The flight distance from Maimana Airport (MMZ) in Maimana Airport, Afghanistan to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 11,854 kilometers (7,366 miles / 6,401 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:37 in Maimana Airport, it's 07:07 in Sydney. With a 6.5-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 2,722 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Maimana Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Maimana Airport (MMZ) follows a heading of 303° (west 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 Maimana Airport (MMZ) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.