Airport Comparison
| SIL | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sila Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | SIL | SYD |
| ICAO Code | AYSG | YSSY |
| City | Sila Mission | Sydney |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Australia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 2,230 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -9.070000, 148.390000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Sila Mission (SIL) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sila Airport (SIL) in Sila Mission, Papua New Guinea to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 2,781 kilometers (1,728 miles / 1,502 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 175°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Papua New Guinea with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:38 in Sila Mission, it's 16:38 in Sydney.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,209 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Sila Airport.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Sila Mission (SIL) follows a heading of 353° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sila Airport (SIL) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.