Phoenix (PHX) to Sydney (SYD)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 7,803
miles
12,558
kilometers
6,781
nautical miles

🕐 15h 22m
Flight Time
🧭 SW (243°)
Direction
🌍 +17h
Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline Base Miles Elite Total
🇺🇸
American Airlines
AAdvantage
7,803 12,485
Platinum
🔺
Delta Air Lines
SkyMiles
7,803 12,485
Gold Medallion
United Airlines
MileagePlus
7,803 11,705
Premier Gold
❤️
Southwest Airlines
Rapid Rewards
7,803 11,705
A-List Preferred
🏔️
Alaska Airlines
Mileage Plan
7,803 15,606
MVP Gold
🔵
JetBlue Airways
TrueBlue
7,803 11,705
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 17 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The PHX to SYD route connects Phoenix, United States with Sydney, Australia. This long-haul flight covers 7,803 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 SW bearing of 243° from Phoenix. There is a 17 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About PHX

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) serves Phoenix, 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 7,803 miles (12,558 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from PHX to SYD typically take around 15h 22m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 7,803 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.