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Distance from London to Sydney

The straight-line distance from London, United Kingdom to Sydney, Australia is 16,994 km (10,560 miles).Sydney is ENE of London.

Distance (km)

16,994

straight line

Distance (miles)

10,560

straight line

Flight Time

21 hr 42 min

estimated direct

Direction

ENE

61° bearing

Transport Comparison: London to Sydney

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight21 hr 42 min16,994 kmDirect flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed

All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.

London to Sydney: Key Details

FromLondon, United Kingdom
ToSydney, Australia
Straight-line Distance16,994 km (10,560 miles)
Bearing61° (ENE)
Coordinates (London)51.5074°, -0.1278°
Coordinates (Sydney)-33.8688°, 151.2093°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is London from Sydney?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from London to Sydney is 16,994 km (10,560 miles). Sydney is ENE of London.

How long is the flight from London to Sydney?

A direct flight from London to Sydney takes approximately 21 hr 42 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

What direction is Sydney from London?

Sydney is ENE (61 degrees) from London.

What is the distance from Sydney to London?

The distance from Sydney to London is the same: 16,994 km (10,560 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.

Other Distance Calculations

Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.

Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.