The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka is 14,373 kilometers (8,931 miles / 7,761 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

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 Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:24 in Brasilia, it's 07:54 in Sigiriya. With a 8.5-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 2,867 feet between the two airports. Sigiriya Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.

The return flight from Sigiriya (GIU) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 256° (west 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 Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) and Sigiriya Airport (GIU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.