London to Australia Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from London to Australia?
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Average flight time is 18 hours 29 minutes

The fastest flight time from London to Australia is 18 hours 29 minutes

London to Australia flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 18 hours 29 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from London to Australia is 18 hours 29 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from London to Australia is 9,426 miles / 15,169 km

London airports

London has 5 airports: London City Airport (LCY), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN).

If you don't fancy flying from London there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Australia: London Southend Airport (SEN), Cambridge Airport (CBG), Southampton Airport (SOU), Bournemouth Airport (BOH) and Birmingham Airport (BHX).

Australia airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to London: Alice Springs Airport (ASP), Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ), Broken Hill Airport (BHQ), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Broome International Airport (BME), Darwin International Airport (DRW) and Townsville Airport (TSV).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: and England to Australia.

London & Australia local times and timezones

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ACST +9:30
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London, United Kingdom is 9 hours behind of Australia, Australia

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London to Australia FAQs

How long does it take to fly from London to Australia?

On average, the flight time from London to Australia is 18 hours 29 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from London to Australia could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between London and Australia?

The distance between London and Australia is 9,426 miles or 15,169 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from London to Australia?

The shortest flight time from London to Australia is 18 hours 29 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from London to Australia?

The average flight time from London to Australia is 18 hours 29 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: London City Airport (LCY), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between London and Australia?

The time zone difference between London and Australia is -9 hours.