Transit Desk

Crossing brief

How far is it from Sweden to Australia?

Distance
It is about 15,610 km (9,699 mi) from Sweden to Australia as the crow flies — roughly 21 h 19 min by non-stop flight.

Stockholm to Canberra

Sweden Australia
Distance
15,610 km
In miles
9,699 mi
Flight time
21 h 19 min
Time change
8 h east

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

Crossing from Sweden to Australia

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou 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.
PowerPack a plug adapter — Australia uses Type I sockets your Sweden plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V).
Money1 SEK = 0.149 AUD — exchange Swedish Krona for Australian Dollar before or on arrival.

Common questions

How far is Sweden from Australia?

About 15,610 km (9,699 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Sweden to Australia?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 21 h 19 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