Distance from San Francisco to Melbourne

The distance between San Francisco, Philippines and Melbourne, Australia is 5,515 km (3,427 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 6894 km (4284 miles) by car — around 86 h 10 min of driving.

Measure Value
Straight-line distance 5,515 km / 3,427 mi
Road distance (estimate) ≈ 6894 km / 4284 mi
Driving time (estimate) ≈ 86 h 10 min
Flight time (estimate) ≈ 6 h 59 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
San Francisco, Philippines 8.5025332 125.978219
Melbourne, Australia -37.815051434 144.960255426

Frequently asked questions

How far is Melbourne from San Francisco?

The straight-line (air) distance from San Francisco, Philippines to Melbourne, Australia is 5,515 km (3,427 miles). By road it is roughly 6894 km (4284 miles), depending on the route.

How long does it take to drive from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Approximately 86 h 10 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 6894 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?

A direct flight covers 5,515 km in about 6 h 59 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.

How do I calculate distances for a whole list of locations?

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