Airport Comparison
| MQU | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Celestino Mutis Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | MQU | SYD |
| ICAO Code | SKQU | YSSY |
| City | Mariquita | Sydney |
| Country | Colombia | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 1,531 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 5.210000, -74.880000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Mariquita (MQU) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Celestino Mutis Airport (MQU) in Mariquita, Colombia to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 14,300 kilometers (8,886 miles / 7,721 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.
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 Colombia with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:54 in Mariquita, it's 09:54 in Sydney. With a 16-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 1,510 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Jose Celestino Mutis Airport.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Mariquita (MQU) follows a heading of 113° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jose Celestino Mutis Airport (MQU) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.