How far is Los Angeles (LAX) from Sydney (SYD)?

The distance from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD) is 7,488 miles (12,048 km).

How Long Is the Flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD)?

Q: How long is the flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD)?

The direct flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD) takes approximately 15 hours. The return flight takes 13 hours 30 minutes.

Direct flight time: 15 hours · 7,488 miles

Flight Time Details

LAX → SYD

15 hr

SYD → LAX

13 hr 30 min

Distance

7,488 mi

12,048 km

Time Difference

+18 hr

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That Flight Time Is Equivalent To...

🎬 Watching 8 average-length movies
📖 Reading 20 chapters of a novel
🎵 Listening to 257 songs
😴 Getting 11 hours of (uncomfortable) sleep
🚗 Driving 975 miles at highway speed

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD)?

The direct flight takes approximately 15 hours. The return flight (SYD → LAX) takes 13 hours 30 minutes due to wind patterns.

What is the time difference?

Sydney (SYD) is 18 hours ahead of Los Angeles (LAX). Use the arrival planner above to calculate your local arrival time.

Why is the return flight a different length?

Jet stream winds blow west-to-east at 100-200 mph at cruising altitude. Eastbound flights get a tailwind (shorter), while westbound flights face a headwind (longer).

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