Distance from Sydney to San Francisco
11,934 km · 7,416 miles as the crow flies, about 15 h 25 min by air.
-33.9200°, 151.1852° · Australia/Sydney
37.7400°, -122.4600° · America/Los Angeles
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 11,948 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
Sydney to San Francisco at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 11,934 km / 7,416 mi / 6,444 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 15 h 25 min |
| Initial bearing | 56° (NE) |
| Halfway point | 2.618°, -166.932° |
| Sydney coordinates | -33.92°, 151.1852° |
| San Francisco coordinates | 37.74°, -122.46° |
Local time: Sydney · San Francisco. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in San Francisco.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Sydney from San Francisco?
11,934 km (7,416 miles, 6,444 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 San Francisco?
About 15 h 25 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 San Francisco from Sydney?
The great-circle route leaves Sydney on an initial bearing of 56° (NE). The halfway point is near 2.62°, -166.93°.