BEC
Wichita
United States
13,474 km
8,373 miles
BNE
Brisbane
Australia
Distance
13,474 km
8,373 mi / 7,276 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+16h
America/Chicago
Heading
258°
west southwest

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BEC BNE
Airport Name Beech Factory Airport Brisbane International Airport
IATA Code BEC BNE
ICAO Code KBEC YBBN
City Wichita Brisbane
Country United States Australia
Timezone America/Chicago Australia/Brisbane
Elevation 1,409 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 37.690000, -97.210000 -27.380000, 153.120000

Wichita (BEC) to Brisbane (BNE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beech Factory Airport (BEC) in Wichita, United States to Brisbane International Airport (BNE) in Brisbane, Australia is 13,474 kilometers (8,373 miles / 7,276 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:24 in Wichita, it's 21:24 in Brisbane. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,396 feet between the two airports. Brisbane International Airport sits lower than Beech Factory Airport.

The return flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Wichita (BEC) follows a heading of 61° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Beech Factory Airport (BEC) and Brisbane International Airport (BNE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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