NKG
Nanjing
China
8,050 km
5,002 miles
SYD
Sydney
Australia
Distance
8,050 km
5,002 mi / 4,347 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
152°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

NKG SYD
Airport Name Nanjing Lukou Airport Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
IATA Code NKG SYD
ICAO Code ZSNJ YSSY
City Nanjing Sydney
Country China Australia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Australia/Sydney
Elevation 49 ft 21 ft
Coordinates 31.740000, 118.860000 -33.950000, 151.180000

Nanjing (NKG) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nanjing Lukou Airport (NKG) in Nanjing, China to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 8,050 kilometers (5,002 miles / 4,347 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China 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 07:40 in Nanjing, it's 10:40 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 Nanjing (NKG) follows a heading of 332° (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 Nanjing Lukou Airport (NKG) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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