BNA
Nashville
United States
5,087 km
3,161 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
5,087 km
3,161 mi / 2,747 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Chicago
Heading
68°
east northeast

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BNA SJZ
Airport Name Nashville International Airport Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code BNA SJZ
ICAO Code KBNA LPSJ
City Nashville Velas
Country United States Portugal
Timezone America/Chicago Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 599 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 36.120000, -86.680000 38.670000, -28.180000

Nashville (BNA) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 5,087 kilometers (3,161 miles / 2,747 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:29 in Nashville, it's 02:29 in Velas. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 286° (west 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 Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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