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Distance from Sydney to Gwangju

Straight line

8,049 km
5,001 mi · 4,346 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 34 min

Direction

NNW 339°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Gwangju?

Sydney (Australia) and Gwangju (South Korea) are very far apart: 8,049 km in a straight line, that is 5,001 miles or 4,346 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Gwangju lies to the north (initial bearing 339°). The route crosses from Australia into South Korea. The halfway point is at 0.6582°, 139.1567°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 34 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 Sydney from Gwangju?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Gwangju is 8,049 km (5,001 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Gwangju from Sydney?

Gwangju is to the north of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 339°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Gwangju?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 34 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.