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Distance from Sydney to Sheffield

Straight line

16,955 km
10,535 mi · 9,155 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 21 h 42 min

Direction

NW 324°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Sheffield?

Sydney (Australia) and Sheffield (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 16,955 km in a straight line, that is 10,535 miles or 9,155 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Sheffield lies to the north-west (initial bearing 324°). The route crosses from Australia into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 31.1158°, 108.8605°.

A direct flight would take about 21 h 42 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 Sheffield?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Sheffield is 16,955 km (10,535 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sheffield from Sydney?

Sheffield is to the north-west of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 324°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Sheffield?

A direct flight would take about 21 h 42 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.