Distance from Detroit to Sydney

The distance between Detroit, United States and Sydney, Australia is 15,254 kilometers (9,478 miles).

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Detroit is located in the northern part of the United States, while Sydney is situated in the southeastern region of Australia, both cities are separated by vast oceans and continents. The straight-line distance between them is 15,254 kilometers, heading west.

Detroit is situated at an altitude of 192 meters above sea level, while Sydney is at 58 meters.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Detroit to Sydney crosses North America and the Pacific Ocean, with landmarks like the Rocky Mountains and the Great Barrier Reef.

Best time to travel

Travel in March-April for mild weather and fewer tourists, or in September-October for cultural events and festivals.

Climate

Sydney generally has a milder climate than Detroit, with warmer winters and cooler summers, offering a different seasonal experience.

Accessibility

Sydney offers extensive public transport and accessible facilities, providing more options compared to Detroit for visitors with mobility needs.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Airplane 1-2 days
Jet fighter 16-18 hours
Speed Time
300 km/h
Detroit, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Detroit

Coordinates: 42.3314° N 83.0458° W

Elevation: 192 m (630 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Detroit City Airport (DET)
  • Windsor Airport (YQG)
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
  • Selfridge Air National Guard Base (MTC)
  • Willow Run Airport (YIP)
Sydney, Australia

Local time:

Time Zone: Australia/Sydney

Coordinates: 33.8679° S 151.2073° E

Elevation: 58 m (190 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Sydney International Airport (SYD)
  • Sydney Bankstown Airport (BWU)
  • RAAF Base Richmond (XRH)
  • Camden Airport (CDU)
  • Wollongong Airport (WOL)

Other distances from Detroit

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Detroit to New York City 775 km
From Detroit to Los Angeles 3,192 km
From Detroit to Chicago 385 km
From Detroit to Houston 1,778 km
From Detroit to Phoenix 2,721 km

Other distances from Sydney

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Sydney to Melbourne 714 km
From Sydney to Brisbane 731 km
From Sydney to Perth 3,297 km
From Sydney to Canberra 247 km
From Sydney to Adelaide 1,165 km

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