Ayers Rock to Sydney flight distance & time (AYQ-SYD)
How far is Ayers Rock from Sydney by plane? The great circle distance from Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) is 2,180 km / 1,177 nm, about 2h 50m flight time, with an initial heading of 121° (ESE).
| From | Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ), Ayers Rock, AU |
|---|---|
| To | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), Sydney, AU |
| Distance | 2,180 km · 1,177 nm · 1,354 mi |
| Initial heading | 121° (ESE) |
Airlines on this route
- Pacific Blue (DJ)
- Polynesian Blue (DJ)
- Qantas (QF)
- Virgin Australia (DJ)
- Virgin Blue (DJ)
Aircraft with enough range to fly AYQ to SYD nonstop
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is Ayers Rock from Sydney?
- The great circle distance between Ayers Rock and Sydney is 2,180 km (1,177 nm / 1,354 mi).
- How long is the flight from Ayers Rock to Sydney?
- A direct flight from AYQ to SYD takes about 2h 50m, based on a typical jet cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft type and wind - see the aircraft list above for type-specific estimates.
- Is there a nonstop flight from Ayers Rock to Sydney?
- Yes - 5 airlines currently operate this route, see the list above.