Airport Comparison
| RKT | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ras Al Khaimah International Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKT | SYD |
| ICAO Code | OMRK | YSSY |
| City | Ras Al Khaimah | Sydney |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Australia |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 102 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.610000, 55.940000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 12,014 kilometers (7,465 miles / 6,487 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.
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 United Arab Emirates 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 16:19 in Ras Al Khaimah, it's 23:19 in Sydney. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) follows a heading of 289° (west 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 Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.