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How far is it from Morocco to Australia?

Distance
It is about 17,818 km (11,072 mi) from Morocco to Australia as the crow flies — roughly 24 h 15 min by non-stop flight.

Rabat to Canberra

Morocco Australia
Distance
17,818 km
In miles
11,072 mi
Flight time
24 h 15 min
Time change
9 h east

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Rabat 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 Morocco, making it one of the more distant destinations.

Crossing from Morocco to Australia

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou fly east and lose 9 h. On arrival your body clock reads 9 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
PowerPack a plug adapter — Australia uses Type I sockets your Morocco plugs do not fit. Voltage changes from 220V to 230V, so check single-voltage devices.
MoneySwap Moroccan Dirham (MAD) for Australian Dollar (AUD).

Common questions

How far is Morocco from Australia?

About 17,818 km (11,072 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Morocco to Australia?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 24 h 15 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Australia?

You fly east and lose 9 h. On arrival your body clock reads 9 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.

Updated July 2, 2026