The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Leeuwarden Air Base (LWR) in Leeuwarden, Netherlands is 9,228 kilometers (5,734 miles / 4,983 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:56 in Brasilia, it's 08:56 in Leeuwarden. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,494 feet between the two airports. Leeuwarden Air Base sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.

The return flight from Leeuwarden (LWR) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 231° (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 Leeuwarden Air Base (LWR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.