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Distance from Sydney to Lille

Straight line

16,834 km
10,460 mi · 9,089 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 21 h 33 min

Direction

NW 316°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Lille?

Sydney (Australia) and Lille (France) are very far apart: 16,834 km in a straight line, that is 10,460 miles or 9,089 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Lille lies to the north-west (initial bearing 316°). The route crosses from Australia into France. The halfway point is at 25.9289°, 102.2638°.

A direct flight would take about 21 h 33 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 Lille?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Lille is 16,834 km (10,460 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lille from Sydney?

Lille is to the north-west of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 316°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Lille?

A direct flight would take about 21 h 33 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.