The flight distance from Nogales International Airport (NOG) in Nogales International Airport, Mexico to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 12,534 kilometers (7,789 miles / 6,768 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:20 in Nogales International Airport, it's 13:20 in Sydney. With a 18-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 3,969 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Nogales International Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Nogales International Airport (NOG) follows a heading of 67° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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