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Flight Distance from San Diego (SAN) to Sydney (Mascot) (SYD)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
SANKSAN
San Diego, United States
San Diego International Airport
Great Circle Path
12,095 km7,515 miles • 6,531 NM
Destination Airport
YSSYSYD
Sydney (Mascot), Australia
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Direct Distance
12,095 km
7,515 Statute Miles
6,531 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
14h 44m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
1,089 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
241° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
14h 44m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
13h 39m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
23h 46m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇺🇸 United States→🇦🇺 Australia
Allowed Stay90 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) required.
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Departure Airport Specs
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
- City / Country: San Diego, United States
- ICAO Code: KSAN
- Coordinates: 32.7336°, -117.1900°
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Elevation: 17 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
- City / Country: Sydney (Mascot), Australia
- ICAO Code: YSSY
- Coordinates: -33.9461°, 151.1770°
- Timezone: Australia/Sydney
- Elevation: 21 ft
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