How long is the JL51 flight from Tokyo to Sydney?

The timetable allows 9 h 35 min. Tokyo to Sydney is 7,818 km (4,858 mi).

Which terminal does JL51 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) and arrives at Terminal 1 at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does JL51 have?

Also listed as JAL51 (Japan Airlines' ICAO code) and JL 51.

JL51 Flight Status Japan Airlines: Tokyo to Sydney (JAL51)

Japan Airlines JL 51

Scheduled

HND Tokyo

Scheduled: 19:15
Estimated: 19:15

Terminal: 3

Departure: Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · local time UTC+9

Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

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SYD Sydney

Scheduled: 06:50
Estimated
Delay

Terminal: 1 | Gate: 58

Arrival: Sun, Nov 15, 2026 · local time UTC+11

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)

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Departure was due 4m ago · awaiting update 0%

HND 19:15 SYD 06:50 ⁺¹

7,818 km (4,858 mi) to fly

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 7818 km / 4858 miles · Scheduled Duration: 09:35 · Typical Duration: 09:00

JL 51 Flight Status & Schedule Japan Airlines Tokyo to Sydney

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 14	HND	SYD	19:15	06:50	Scheduled	Track >
Nov 13	HND	SYD	19:56	06:36	Landed	Track >
Nov 12	HND	SYD	19:38	06:41	Landed	Track >
Nov 11	HND	SYD	20:22	07:11	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 10	HND	SYD	19:37	06:42	Landed	Track >
Nov 09	HND	SYD	19:39	06:37	Landed	Track >
Nov 08	HND	SYD	19:28	06:34	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	HND	SYD	20:24	07:36	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 06	HND	SYD	19:48	06:49	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	HND	SYD	19:54	06:49	Landed	Track >

Japan Airlines' Tokyo–Sydney flight covers 7,818 km (4,858 mi) and runs daily. With 9 h 35 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 9 h, it often makes up time. Today's flight is scheduled to leave at 19:15 and arrive at 06:50 the next morning local time.

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About JL 51

Japan Airlines Flight JL51 connects Tokyo, Japan to Sydney, Australia, taking off from Tokyo Haneda International Airport HND and landing at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport SYD.

Route: Tokyo Haneda International Airport HND to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport SYD
Distance: 7,818 km (4,858 mi)
Typical flight time: 9 h
Flies: Daily
On time: 7 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 34 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 3

JL 51 FAQ

How long is the JL51 flight from Tokyo to Sydney?: The timetable allows 9 h 35 min. Tokyo to Sydney is 7,818 km (4,858 mi).
How often is JL51 from Tokyo to Sydney late?: 2 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 34 minutes on average.
When was the latest JL51 flight from Tokyo to Sydney?: The latest JL51 was the 19:15 (local time) departure from Tokyo on 13 November 2026; it landed 14 minutes early.
Which days does JL51 fly from Tokyo to Sydney?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does JL51 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) and arrives at Terminal 1 at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does JL51 have?: Also listed as JAL51 (Japan Airlines' ICAO code) and JL 51.

JL51 and Tokyo HND to Sydney SYD Flights

Other flights departing from Tokyo HND: NH669, NH799, NH299, NH271

Other flights arriving at Sydney SYD: QR2, VA2

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