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How long is the flight from New York to Sydney?

JFKNew York
SYDSydney
Flight Time
18 h 19 min
Distance
16,031km

9,961 miles

Departure
12:00
Arrival
20:19
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 12:00 · America/New_York

To

SYDSydney

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

Arrival 20:19 · Australia/Sydney

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney covers a distance of approximately 16,031 kilometers (9,961 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 18 h 19 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
Australia/Sydney

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to Sydney?

A direct flight from New York to Sydney takes around 18 h 19 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Sydney?

The distance from New York to Sydney is about 16,031 kilometers (9,961 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Sydney?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 18 h 19 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Sydney to New York.