Airport Comparison
| SAO | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Campo de Marte Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | SAO | SYD |
| ICAO Code | SBMT | YSSY |
| City | Sao Paulo | Sydney |
| Country | Brazil | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 2,368 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.510000, -46.640000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Sao Paulo (SAO) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Campo de Marte Airport (SAO) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,354 kilometers (8,298 miles / 7,210 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southwest at a heading of 197°.
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 09:45 in Sao Paulo, it's 23:45 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 2,347 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Campo de Marte Airport.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Sao Paulo (SAO) follows a heading of 161° (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 Campo de Marte Airport (SAO) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.