New York to Australia Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from New York to Australia?
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Average flight time is 20 hours 37 minutes

The fastest flight time from New York to Australia is 20 hours 37 minutes

New York to Australia flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 20 hours 37 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from New York to Australia is 20 hours 37 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 New York to Australia is 10,518 miles / 16,928 km

New York airports

New York has 3 airports: New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

If you don't fancy flying from New York there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Australia: White Plains Westchester County Airport (HPN), Islip Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP), Trenton Mercer Airport (TTN), Allentown Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

Australia airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to New York: 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: New Jersey to Australia, Philadelphia to Australia and New York to Sydney.

New York & Australia local times and timezones

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ACST +9:30
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New York, United States is 14 hours behind of Australia, Australia

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New York to Australia FAQs

How long does it take to fly from New York to Australia?

On average, the flight time from New York to Australia is 20 hours 37 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 New York to Australia could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between New York and Australia?

The distance between New York and Australia is 10,518 miles or 16,928 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from New York to Australia?

The shortest flight time from New York to Australia is 20 hours 37 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 New York to Australia?

The average flight time from New York to Australia is 20 hours 37 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between New York and Australia?

The time zone difference between New York and Australia is -14 hours.