Airport Comparison
| SMB | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Franco Bianco Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | SMB | SYD |
| ICAO Code | SCSB | YSSY |
| City | Cerro Sombrero | Sydney |
| Country | Chile | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Punta_Arenas | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 104 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -52.740000, -69.330000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Cerro Sombrero (SMB) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) in Cerro Sombrero, Chile to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 9,608 kilometers (5,970 miles / 5,188 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.
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 Chile 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 15:04 in Cerro Sombrero, it's 05:04 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 Cerro Sombrero (SMB) follows a heading of 157° (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 Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.