Sydney to Melbourne distance
The flight distance from Sydney to Melbourne is 713 km (443 miles), about 1 h 24 min in the air.
- Kilometres
- 713 km
- Miles
- 443 mi
- Nautical miles
- 385 nmi
- Flight time (est.)
- 1 h 24 min
- Initial heading
- 230° SW
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About this route
713 km is the great-circle distance, the shortest path over Earth's surface between the two city centres. Over a distance this short the great circle and a straight line on the map are almost identical.
The distance is the same in both directions.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Sydney from Melbourne?
The straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sydney to Melbourne is about 713 km, or 443 miles (385 nautical miles).
How long is a flight from Sydney to Melbourne?
A non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 24 min based on a typical 800 km/h cruise speed plus take-off and landing. Actual scheduled times vary with wind and routing.
Which direction is Melbourne from Sydney?
Leaving Sydney, the shortest route starts on a heading of about 230° (SW).