Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Sydney (SYD)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 8,580
miles
13,808
kilometers
7,456
nautical miles

🕐 16h 51m
Flight Time
🧭 W (249°)
Direction
🌍 +16h
Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline Base Miles Elite Total
🇺🇸
American Airlines
AAdvantage
8,580 13,728
Platinum
🔺
Delta Air Lines
SkyMiles
8,580 13,728
Gold Medallion
United Airlines
MileagePlus
8,580 12,870
Premier Gold
❤️
Southwest Airlines
Rapid Rewards
8,580 12,870
A-List Preferred
🏔️
Alaska Airlines
Mileage Plan
8,580 17,160
MVP Gold
🔵
JetBlue Airways
TrueBlue
8,580 12,870
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 16 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The DFW to SYD route connects Dallas-Fort Worth, United States with Sydney, Australia. This long-haul flight covers 8,580 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 249° from Dallas-Fort Worth. There is a 16 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About DFW

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) serves Dallas-Fort Worth, 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 Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 8,580 miles (13,808 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from DFW to SYD typically take around 16h 51m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 8,580 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.