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Crossing brief

How far is it from Chile to Australia?

Distance
It is about 11,323 km (7,036 mi) from Chile to Australia as the crow flies — roughly 15 h 36 min by non-stop flight.

Santiago to Canberra

Chile Australia
Distance
11,323 km
In miles
7,036 mi
Flight time
15 h 36 min
Time change
14 h east

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Santiago and Canberra); 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, Australia is the #16 closest to Chile, making it one of the closer destinations.

Crossing from Chile to Australia

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou fly east and lose 14 h. On arrival your body clock reads 14 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
PowerPack a plug adapter — Australia uses Type I sockets your Chile plugs do not fit. Voltage changes from 220V to 230V, so check single-voltage devices.
MoneySwap Chilean Peso (CLP) for Australian Dollar (AUD).

Common questions

How far is Chile from Australia?

About 11,323 km (7,036 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Chile to Australia?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 15 h 36 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Australia?

You fly east and lose 14 h. On arrival your body clock reads 14 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.

Updated July 2, 2026