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Distance from Lagos to Sydney

15,524 km (9,646 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

15,524 km

Kilometers

9,646 miles

Miles

~18h 46m

Est. Flight

9h

Time Difference

Lagos

Nigeria
Area: 1,172 km²
Population: 15.39M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 41m

Sydney

Australia
Area: 12,368 km²
Population: 5.31M
Timezone: UTC+10
Elevation: 58m

Lagos and Sydney are separated by over 16000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across multiple continents.

Lagos is known for Afrobeats music scene and Lekki Conservation Centre, while Sydney is famous for Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

In terms of city area, Sydney is 10.6x larger than Lagos. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Lagos from Sydney?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Lagos to Sydney is 15,524 km (9,646 miles).

How long is the flight from Lagos to Sydney?

A direct flight would take approximately 18h 46m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Lagos bigger than Sydney?

Sydney is larger at 12,368 km², compared to 1,172 km².

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