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Distance from Sydney to Kathmandu

Straight line

9,729 km
6,045 mi · 5,253 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 40 min

Direction

NW 306°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Kathmandu?

Sydney (Australia) and Kathmandu (Nepal) are very far apart: 9,729 km in a straight line, that is 6,045 miles or 5,253 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Kathmandu lies to the north-west (initial bearing 306°). The route crosses from Australia into Nepal. The halfway point is at -3.6715°, 117.0727°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 40 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 Kathmandu?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Kathmandu is 9,729 km (6,045 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kathmandu from Sydney?

Kathmandu is to the north-west of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 306°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Kathmandu?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 40 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.