Washington (DCA) to Sydney (SYD)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 9,765
miles
15,715
kilometers
8,486
nautical miles

🕐 19h 6m
Flight Time
🧭 W (262°)
Direction
🌍 +15h
Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline Base Miles Elite Total
🇺🇸
American Airlines
AAdvantage
9,765 15,624
Platinum
🔺
Delta Air Lines
SkyMiles
9,765 15,624
Gold Medallion
United Airlines
MileagePlus
9,765 14,648
Premier Gold
❤️
Southwest Airlines
Rapid Rewards
9,765 14,648
A-List Preferred
🏔️
Alaska Airlines
Mileage Plan
9,765 19,530
MVP Gold
🔵
JetBlue Airways
TrueBlue
9,765 14,648
Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Sydney, your watch will be 15 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The DCA to SYD route connects Washington, United States with Sydney, Australia. This long-haul flight covers 9,765 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United States to Australia. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a W bearing of 262° from Washington. There is a 15 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About DCA

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) serves Washington, United States.

🛬 About SYD

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) serves Sydney, Australia.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 9,765 miles (15,715 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from DCA to SYD typically take around 19h 6m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 9,765 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.
Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.