PBU
Putao
Myanmar
8,859 km
5,505 miles
SYD
Sydney
Australia
Distance
8,859 km
5,505 mi / 4,783 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Asia/Yangon
Heading
137°
southeast

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PBU SYD
Airport Name Putao Airport Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
IATA Code PBU SYD
ICAO Code VYPT YSSY
City Putao Sydney
Country Myanmar Australia
Timezone Asia/Yangon Australia/Sydney
Elevation 1,500 ft 21 ft
Coordinates 27.330000, 97.430000 -33.950000, 151.180000

Putao (PBU) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Putao Airport (PBU) in Putao, Myanmar to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 8,859 kilometers (5,505 miles / 4,783 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 137°.

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 Myanmar 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 16:56 in Putao, it's 21:26 in Sydney. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,479 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Putao Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Putao (PBU) follows a heading of 313° (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 Putao Airport (PBU) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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