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Distance from Moscow to Sydney

14,496 km (9,007 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

14,496 km

Kilometers

9,007 miles

Miles

~17h 33m

Est. Flight

7h

Time Difference

Moscow

Russia
Area: 2,511 km²
Population: 12.54M
Timezone: UTC+3
Elevation: 156m

Sydney

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

Moscow and Sydney are separated by over 14000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across an entire ocean.

Moscow is known for The Kremlin and Red Square, while Sydney is famous for Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

In terms of city area, Sydney is 4.9x larger than Moscow. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Moscow from Sydney?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Moscow to Sydney is 14,496 km (9,007 miles).

How long is the flight from Moscow to Sydney?

A direct flight would take approximately 17h 33m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Moscow bigger than Sydney?

Sydney is larger at 12,368 km², compared to 2,511 km².

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