Distance from New York to Sydney
15,995 km · 9,939 miles as the crow flies, about 20 h 30 min by air.
40.7500°, -73.9800° · America/New York
-33.9200°, 151.1852° · Australia/Sydney
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 15,996 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
New York to Sydney at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 15,995 km / 9,939 mi / 8,637 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 20 h 30 min |
| Initial bearing | 266° (W) |
| Halfway point | 8.781°, -147.643° |
| New York coordinates | 40.75°, -73.98° |
| Sydney coordinates | -33.92°, 151.1852° |
Local time: New York · Sydney. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Sydney.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is New York from Sydney?
15,995 km (9,939 miles, 8,637 nautical miles) in a straight line over the Earth’s surface, measured between the city centres on the WGS-84 ellipsoid.
How long is the flight from New York to Sydney?
About 20 h 30 min in still air (800 km/h cruise plus 30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent). Scheduled flights vary with winds and routing, and connecting itineraries take longer.
Which direction is Sydney from New York?
The great-circle route leaves New York on an initial bearing of 266° (W). The halfway point is near 8.78°, -147.64°.