Distance from Sydney to Madrid
The straight-line distance from Sydney (Australia) to Madrid (Spain) is 17,685 km (10,989 mi) as the crow flies. The estimated flight time is 20 hr 39 min. Madrid is -9 hr relative to Sydney.
Straight-Line Distance
17,685 km
10,989 mi
Estimated Flight Time
20 hr 39 min
at 900 km/h + 1 hr ground
Time Zone Difference
-9 hr
standard time
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How far is it from Sydney to Madrid?›
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Sydney to Madrid is 17,685 km (10,989 mi). This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities, measured along the surface of the Earth using the haversine formula. Actual travel distances by road will be longer.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Madrid?›
The estimated flight time from Sydney to Madrid is 20 hr 39 min. This estimate assumes a cruising speed of 900 km/h plus 1 hour for takeoff, landing, and taxi time. Actual flight times vary by airline, aircraft type, winds, and specific routing.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Madrid?›
Madrid is -9 hr relative to Sydney. This is based on standard (non-DST) UTC offsets. During daylight saving time, the difference may vary by one hour depending on which regions observe DST and when they transition.