BRU
Brussels
Belgium
7,412 km
4,606 miles
SBX
Shelby
United States
Distance
7,412 km
4,606 mi / 4,002 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BRU SBX
Airport Name Brussels Airport Shelby Airport
IATA Code BRU SBX
ICAO Code EBBR KSBX
City Brussels Shelby
Country Belgium United States
Timezone Europe/Brussels America/Denver
Elevation 184 ft 3,443 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 48.540000, -111.870000

Brussels (BRU) to Shelby (SBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 7,412 kilometers (4,606 miles / 4,002 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:29 in Brussels, it's 09:29 in Shelby. With a 8-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 3,259 feet between the two airports. Shelby Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Shelby (SBX) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 38° (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 Brussels Airport (BRU) and Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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