Distance from Sydney to Chicago
14,865 km · 9,237 miles as the crow flies, about 19 h 5 min by air.
-33.9200°, 151.1852° · Australia/Sydney
41.8300°, -87.7501° · America/Chicago
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 14,870 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
Sydney to Chicago at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 14,865 km / 9,237 mi / 8,027 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 19 h 5 min |
| Initial bearing | 62° (ENE) |
| Halfway point | 7.965°, -153.719° |
| Sydney coordinates | -33.92°, 151.1852° |
| Chicago coordinates | 41.83°, -87.7501° |
Local time: Sydney · Chicago. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Chicago.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Sydney from Chicago?
14,865 km (9,237 miles, 8,027 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 Sydney to Chicago?
About 19 h 5 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 Chicago from Sydney?
The great-circle route leaves Sydney on an initial bearing of 62° (ENE). The halfway point is near 7.96°, -153.72°.