Transit Desk

Crossing brief

How far is it from India to Australia?

Distance
It is about 10,353 km (6,433 mi) from India to Australia as the crow flies — roughly 14 h 18 min by non-stop flight.

New Delhi to Canberra

India Australia
Distance
10,353 km
In miles
6,433 mi
Flight time
14 h 18 min
Time change
4 h 30 min east

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (New Delhi 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 #48 closest to India, making it one of the more distant destinations.

Crossing from India to Australia

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou fly east and lose 4 h 30 min. On arrival your body clock reads 4 h 30 min behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
PowerPack a plug adapter — Australia uses Type I sockets your India plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V).
Money1 INR = 0.015 AUD — exchange Indian Rupee for Australian Dollar before or on arrival.

Common questions

How far is India from Australia?

About 10,353 km (6,433 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from India to Australia?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 14 h 18 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Australia?

You fly east and lose 4 h 30 min. On arrival your body clock reads 4 h 30 min behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.

Updated July 2, 2026