Airport Comparison
| RZA | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santa Cruz Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | RZA | SYD |
| ICAO Code | SAWU | YSSY |
| City | Santa Cruz | Sydney |
| Country | Argentina | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 364 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -50.020000, -68.580000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Santa Cruz (RZA) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) in Santa Cruz, Argentina to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 9,891 kilometers (6,146 miles / 5,341 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southwest at a heading of 212°.
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 Argentina 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 12:36 in Santa Cruz, it's 02:36 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.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Santa Cruz (RZA) follows a heading of 156° (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 Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.