The flight distance from Sanandaj Airport (SDG) in Sanandaj Airport, Iran to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,257 kilometers (8,237 miles / 7,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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 Iran 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 15:17 in Sanandaj Airport, it's 22:47 in Sydney. With a 7.5-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 4,501 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Sanandaj Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Sanandaj Airport (SDG) follows a heading of 295° (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 Sanandaj Airport (SDG) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.