Route
Rome (FCO) to Sydney (SYD) flights
The Rome → Sydney route covers about 16,342 km. A typical non-stop flight from FCO to SYD takes around 20h 56m, depending on aircraft and winds.
Distance
16,342 km
10,154 mi
Flight time
20h 56m
Non-stop estimate
From
FCO · Rome
Italy
To
SYD · Sydney
Australia
Time zone & jet lag
Sydney is 8 hours ahead of Rome: you're flying east, expect a few days of adjustment.
EU261 protects this route on departure
Rome is in the EU/EEA, so EU Regulation 261/2004 applies regardless of the operating carrier. If the flight is cancelled or arrives 3+ hours late, you may be entitled to up to €600.
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