Airport Comparison
| BSB | HGS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Hastings Airport |
| IATA Code | BSB | HGS |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | GFHA |
| City | Brasilia | Freetown |
| Country | Brazil | Sierra Leone |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Freetown |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 60 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | 8.400000, -13.130000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to Freetown (HGS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Hastings Airport (HGS) in Freetown, Sierra Leone is 4,686 kilometers (2,911 miles / 2,530 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.
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 Brazil with Sierra Leone. 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 18:34 in Brasilia, it's 21:34 in Freetown. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,437 feet between the two airports. Hastings Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.
The return flight from Freetown (HGS) to Brasilia (BSB) 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 Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) and Hastings Airport (HGS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.