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Distance from Sydney to Montevideo

Straight line

11,877 km
7,380 mi · 6,413 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 15 h 21 min

Direction

SSE 157°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Montevideo?

Sydney (Australia) and Montevideo (Uruguay) are very far apart: 11,877 km in a straight line, that is 7,380 miles or 6,413 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Montevideo lies to the south-east (initial bearing 157°). The route crosses from Australia into Uruguay. The halfway point is at -70.9074°, -133.9438°.

A direct flight would take about 15 h 21 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 Montevideo?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Montevideo is 11,877 km (7,380 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Montevideo from Sydney?

Montevideo is to the south-east of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 157°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Montevideo?

A direct flight would take about 15 h 21 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.