Transit Desk

Crossing brief

How far is it from Greece to Australia?

Distance
It is about 15,204 km (9,448 mi) from Greece to Australia as the crow flies — roughly 20 h 46 min by non-stop flight.

Athens to Canberra

Greece Australia
Distance
15,204 km
In miles
9,448 mi
Flight time
20 h 46 min
Time change
7 h east

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Athens 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 #58 closest to Greece, making it one of the more distant destinations.

Crossing from Greece to Australia

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou fly east and lose 7 h. On arrival your body clock reads 7 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
PowerPack a plug adapter — Australia uses Type I sockets your Greece plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V).
Money1 EUR = 1.655 AUD — exchange Euro for Australian Dollar before or on arrival.

Common questions

How far is Greece from Australia?

About 15,204 km (9,448 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Greece to Australia?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 20 h 46 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Australia?

You fly east and lose 7 h. On arrival your body clock reads 7 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.

Updated July 2, 2026