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Crossing brief

How far is it from Australia to Denmark?

Distance
It is about 16,036 km (9,964 mi) from Australia to Denmark as the crow flies — roughly 21 h 53 min by non-stop flight.

Canberra to Copenhagen

Australia Denmark
Distance
16,036 km
In miles
9,964 mi
Flight time
21 h 53 min
Time change
8 h west

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Canberra and Copenhagen); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.

This is a ultra-long-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, Denmark is the #44 closest to Australia, making it one of the more distant destinations.

Crossing from Australia to Denmark

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou fly west and gain 8 h. On arrival your body clock reads 8 h ahead of local time — westward trips are usually easier to shake off.
PowerPack a plug adapter — Denmark uses Type C/F/K sockets your Australia plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V).
Money1 AUD = 4.518 DKK — exchange Australian Dollar for Danish Krone before or on arrival.

Common questions

How far is Australia from Denmark?

About 16,036 km (9,964 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Australia to Denmark?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 21 h 53 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Denmark?

You fly west and gain 8 h. On arrival your body clock reads 8 h ahead of local time — westward trips are usually easier to shake off.

Updated July 2, 2026