Distance from Los Angeles to Sydney
12,074 km (7,502 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
12,074 km
Kilometers
7,502 miles
Miles
~14h 42m
Est. Flight
18h
Time Difference
Los Angeles
USASydney
AustraliaLos Angeles and Sydney are separated by over 12000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across an entire ocean.
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood and Venice Beach, while Sydney is famous for Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
In terms of city area, Sydney is 9.5x larger than Los Angeles. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
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Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Los Angeles from Sydney?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to Sydney is 12,074 km (7,502 miles).
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Sydney?
A direct flight would take approximately 14h 42m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Los Angeles bigger than Sydney?
Sydney is larger at 12,368 km², compared to 1,302 km².