George to Sydney flights
Sydney lies 10,772 km (6,693 mi) south-east of George, +8 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 14 h 34 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| George | Sydney | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | Australia |
| Population | 188,580 | 5.6 million |
| Elevation | 232 m (761 ft) | 58 m (190 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
| Nearest large airport | GRJ, 9 km out | SYD, 9 km out |
| Postal codes | 6529–6615 | 1001–2001 |
Clocks in Sydney are 8 h ahead of George right now, so a 14 h 34 min journey lands 22 h 34 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Sydney
Crossing from South Africa into Australia: money changes from the Rand to the Dollar (AUD); sockets are AS/NZS 3112; the dialling code becomes +61; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2806478.
Airports at each end
Leaving George
George is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is George Airport (GRJ), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,562 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Sydney
Sydney is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 12,999-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | SYD | 9 km (6 mi) | 12,999 ft | 21 ft |
One end has no runway over 10,000 ft, so at 10,772 km (6,693 mi) this pair is unlikely to be flown nonstop by a wide-body; expect a connection.
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Staying in Sydney
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Common questions
How far is Sydney from George?
10,772 km (6,693 mi) in a straight line, south-east of George.
How long does it take to get from George to Sydney by air?
About 14 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between George and Sydney?
Sydney is 8 h ahead at the moment (Australia/Sydney against Africa/Johannesburg).
Which airports are used for George to Sydney flights?
Typically George Airport (GRJ) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD).
What currency do I need in Sydney?
The Dollar (AUD).
Where can I stay in Sydney?
Our booking partner lists 2,587+ places to stay in Sydney, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.