The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) in Galena, United States is 12,498 kilometers (7,766 miles / 6,748 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:32 in Brasilia, it's 03:32 in Galena. With a 6-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 3,343 feet between the two airports. Edward G Pitka Sr Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.

The return flight from Galena (GAL) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 80° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) and Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.