Airport Comparison
| BSB | MTK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Makin Island Airport |
| IATA Code | BSB | MTK |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | NGMN |
| City | Brasilia | Makin Island |
| Country | Brazil | Kiribati |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Pacific/Tarawa |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 0 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | 3.370000, 172.990000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to Makin Island (MTK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Makin Island Airport (MTK) in Makin Island, Kiribati is 15,332 kilometers (9,527 miles / 8,278 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.
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 Kiribati. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:58 in Brasilia, it's 10:58 in Makin Island. With a 15-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 3,497 feet between the two airports. Makin Island Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.
The return flight from Makin Island (MTK) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 110° (east 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 Makin Island Airport (MTK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.