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Distance from Sheffield to Sydney

Straight line

16,955 km
10,535 mi · 9,155 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 21 h 42 min

Direction

NE 56°
initial bearing

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How far is Sheffield from Sydney?

Sheffield (United Kingdom) and Sydney (Australia) are very far apart: 16,955 km in a straight line, that is 10,535 miles or 9,155 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sheffield, Sydney lies to the north-east (initial bearing 56°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Australia. The halfway point is at 31.1158°, 108.8605°.

A direct flight would take about 21 h 42 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 Sheffield from Sydney?

The straight-line distance between Sheffield and Sydney is 16,955 km (10,535 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sydney from Sheffield?

Sydney is to the north-east of Sheffield, at an initial bearing of 56°.

How long is the flight from Sheffield to Sydney?

A direct flight would take about 21 h 42 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.