The flight distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia to Antsalova Airport (WAQ) in Antsalova, Madagascar is 10,295 kilometers (6,397 miles / 5,559 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:47 in Sydney, it's 13:47 in Antsalova. With a 8-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 Antsalova (WAQ) to Sydney (SYD) follows a heading of 127° (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 Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) and Antsalova Airport (WAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.