Distance from Sydney to Rome
The straight-line distance from Sydney (Australia) to Rome (Italy) is 16,321 km (10,141 mi) as the crow flies. The estimated flight time is 19 hr 8 min. Rome is -9 hr relative to Sydney.
Straight-Line Distance
16,321 km
10,141 mi
Estimated Flight Time
19 hr 8 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 Rome?›
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Sydney to Rome is 16,321 km (10,141 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 Rome?›
The estimated flight time from Sydney to Rome is 19 hr 8 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 Rome?›
Rome 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.