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Distance from San Jose to Melbourne

Straight line

12,661 km
7,867 mi · 6,836 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 16 h 20 min

Direction

WSW 240°
initial bearing

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How far is San Jose from Melbourne?

San Jose (United States) and Melbourne (Australia) are very far apart: 12,661 km in a straight line, that is 7,867 miles or 6,836 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From San Jose, Melbourne lies to the south-west (initial bearing 240°). The route crosses from United States into Australia. The halfway point is at -0.3452°, -168.2729°.

A direct flight would take about 16 h 20 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is San Jose from Melbourne?

The straight-line distance between San Jose and Melbourne is 12,661 km (7,867 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Melbourne from San Jose?

Melbourne is to the south-west of San Jose, at an initial bearing of 240°.

How long is the flight from San Jose to Melbourne?

A direct flight would take about 16 h 20 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.