Airport Comparison
| BSB | MRD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Alberto Carnevalli Airport |
| IATA Code | BSB | MRD |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | SVMD |
| City | Brasilia | Merida |
| Country | Brazil | Venezuela |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Caracas |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 5,007 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | 8.580000, -71.160000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to Merida (MRD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) in Merida, Venezuela is 3,734 kilometers (2,320 miles / 2,016 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Venezuela. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:52 in Brasilia, it's 14:52 in Merida.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,510 feet between the two airports. Alberto Carnevalli Airport sits higher than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Merida (MRD) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 137° (southeast). 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 Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.