Distance from New York City to Sydney Central Business District

The distance between New York City, United States and Sydney Central Business District, Australia is 15,989 km (9,935 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 19986 km (12419 miles) by car — around 249 h 49 min of driving.

Measure Value
Straight-line distance 15,989 km / 9,935 mi
Road distance (estimate) ≈ 19986 km / 12419 mi
Driving time (estimate) ≈ 249 h 49 min
Flight time (estimate) ≈ 19 h 19 min

Road distance and travel times are estimates based on the straight-line distance (road factor 1.25, average speed 80 km/h) — actual routes vary.

Place Latitude Longitude
New York City, United States 40.7130466 -74.0072301
Sydney Central Business District, Australia -33.86482 151.20773

Frequently asked questions

How far is Sydney Central Business District from New York City?

The straight-line (air) distance from New York City, United States to Sydney Central Business District, Australia is 15,989 km (9,935 miles). By road it is roughly 19986 km (12419 miles), depending on the route.

How long does it take to drive from New York City to Sydney Central Business District?

Approximately 249 h 49 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 19986 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.

How long is the flight from New York City to Sydney Central Business District?

A direct flight covers 15,989 km in about 19 h 19 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.

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