The flight distance from Brisbane International Airport (BNE) in Brisbane, Australia to Mariscal Lamar Airport (CUE) in Cuenca, Ecuador is 13,503 kilometers (8,391 miles / 7,291 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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 Australia with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:40 in Brisbane, it's 18:40 in Cuenca. With a 15-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 8,293 feet between the two airports. Mariscal Lamar Airport sits higher than Brisbane International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Cuenca (CUE) to Brisbane (BNE) follows a heading of 235° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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