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Distance from Sydney to Kumasi

Straight line

15,909 km
9,885 mi · 8,590 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 20 h 23 min

Direction

SW 229°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Kumasi?

Sydney (Australia) and Kumasi (Ghana) are very far apart: 15,909 km in a straight line, that is 9,885 miles or 8,590 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Kumasi lies to the south-west (initial bearing 229°). The route crosses from Australia into Ghana. The halfway point is at -43.9908°, 54.5054°.

A direct flight would take about 20 h 23 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 Kumasi?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Kumasi is 15,909 km (9,885 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kumasi from Sydney?

Kumasi is to the south-west of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 229°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Kumasi?

A direct flight would take about 20 h 23 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.