How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from New York to Sydney take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 16,013 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: New York to Sydney

16,013

Kilometres (km)

9,950

Miles (mi)

8,646

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from New York to Sydney is approximately 16,013 km. The typical flight time is 19h 20m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near New York

La Guardia Airport (LGA)17 km
New York Skyports Seaplane Base (NYS)19 km
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)33 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from New York to Sydney is approximately 16,013 km (9,950 miles).