Airport Comparison
| BSB | KIY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Kilwa Masoko Airport |
| IATA Code | BSB | KIY |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | HTKI |
| City | Brasilia | Kilwa Masoko |
| Country | Brazil | Tanzania |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 50 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | -8.930000, 39.520000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to Kilwa Masoko (KIY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Kilwa Masoko Airport (KIY) in Kilwa Masoko, Tanzania is 9,466 kilometers (5,882 miles / 5,111 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 98°.
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 Tanzania. 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 00:14 in Brasilia, it's 06:14 in Kilwa Masoko. 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 3,447 feet between the two airports. Kilwa Masoko Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.
The return flight from Kilwa Masoko (KIY) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 255° (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 Kilwa Masoko Airport (KIY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.