The flight distance from Mbanza Congo Airport (SSY) in Mbanza Congo, Angola to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,652 kilometers (8,483 miles / 7,372 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

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 Angola with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:50 in Mbanza Congo, it's 15:50 in Sydney. With a 10-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 1,839 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Mbanza Congo Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Mbanza Congo (SSY) follows a heading of 234° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mbanza Congo Airport (SSY) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.