The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Gambella Airport (GMB) in Gambela, Ethiopia is 9,459 kilometers (5,878 miles / 5,108 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 80°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:00 in Brasilia, it's 12:00 in Gambela. 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 1,883 feet between the two airports. Gambella Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.

The return flight from Gambela (GMB) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 253° (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 Gambella Airport (GMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.