Crossing brief
How far is it from South Africa to Australia?
Pretoria to Canberra
- Distance
- 10,817 km
- In miles
- 6,721 mi
- Flight time
- 14 h 55 min
- Time change
- 8 h east
Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Pretoria 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 #45 closest to South Africa, making it one of the more distant destinations.
Crossing from South Africa to Australia
The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.
| Time on arrival | You fly east and lose 8 h. On arrival your body clock reads 8 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to. |
|---|---|
| Power | Pack a plug adapter — Australia uses Type I sockets your South Africa plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V). |
| Money | 1 ZAR = 0.089 AUD — exchange South African Rand for Australian Dollar before or on arrival. |
Common questions
How far is South Africa from Australia?
About 10,817 km (6,721 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Australia?
A non-stop flight takes roughly 14 h 55 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.
Will I be jet-lagged flying to Australia?
You fly east and lose 8 h. On arrival your body clock reads 8 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
Updated July 2, 2026