Airport Comparison
| RAO | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leite Lopes Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | RAO | SYD |
| ICAO Code | SBRP | YSSY |
| City | Ribeirao Preto | Sydney |
| Country | Brazil | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 1,806 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -21.140000, -47.780000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Ribeirao Preto (RAO) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) in Ribeirao Preto, Brazil to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,569 kilometers (8,431 miles / 7,327 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.
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 Brazil 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 14:29 in Ribeirao Preto, it's 04:29 in Sydney. With a 14-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 1,785 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Leite Lopes Airport.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Ribeirao Preto (RAO) follows a heading of 159° (south 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 Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.