Distance from Washington to Sydney

The distance between Washington, United States and Sydney, Australia is 15,710 kilometers (9,762 miles).

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Washington is located in the eastern United States, while Sydney is situated in southeastern Australia, both being major cities in their respective countries. The straight-line distance between them is 15,710 kilometers, heading west.

Washington is at only 6 meters above sea level, while Sydney is at 58 meters.

Travel information

Summary

The trip spans continents, crossing the Pacific Ocean, with notable landmarks like the White House and Sydney Opera House.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring or autumn for pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists in Sydney, avoiding the peak summer season.

Climate

Sydney has a milder climate compared to Washington, with warmer winters and cooler summers, offering a different seasonal experience.

Accessibility

Sydney offers extensive public transport and accessible facilities, comparable to Washington, enhancing visitor mobility.

Travel time

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

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 38.8951° N 77.0364° W

Elevation: 6 m (20 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
  • Joint Base Andrews (ADW)
  • Davison Army Air Field (DAA)
  • Tipton Airport (FME)
  • Montgomery County Airpark (GAI)
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 Washington

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Washington to New York City 329 km
From Washington to Los Angeles 3,700 km
From Washington to Chicago 958 km
From Washington to Houston 1,962 km
From Washington to Phoenix 3,189 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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