AMW
Ames
United States
8,786 km
5,459 miles
CWB
Curitiba
Brazil
Distance
8,786 km
5,459 mi / 4,744 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
140°
southeast

Airport Comparison

AMW CWB
Airport Name Ames Municipal Airport Afonso Pena Airport
IATA Code AMW CWB
ICAO Code KAMW SBCT
City Ames Curitiba
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 956 ft 2,988 ft
Coordinates 41.990000, -93.620000 -25.530000, -49.180000

Ames (AMW) to Curitiba (CWB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ames Municipal Airport (AMW) in Ames, United States to Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil is 8,786 kilometers (5,459 miles / 4,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:24 in Ames, it's 22:24 in Curitiba. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,032 feet between the two airports. Afonso Pena Airport sits higher than Ames Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Curitiba (CWB) to Ames (AMW) follows a heading of 328° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ames Municipal Airport (AMW) and Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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