BSB
Brasilia
Brazil
7,712 km
4,792 miles
RFD
Chicago/Rockford
United States
Distance
7,712 km
4,792 mi / 4,164 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Sao_Paulo
Heading
329°
north northwest

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Airport Comparison

BSB RFD
Airport Name Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport Chicago/Rockford International Airport
IATA Code BSB RFD
ICAO Code SBBR KRFD
City Brasilia Chicago/Rockford
Country Brazil United States
Timezone America/Sao_Paulo America/Chicago
Elevation 3,497 ft 742 ft
Coordinates -15.870000, -47.920000 42.200000, -89.100000

Brasilia (BSB) to Chicago/Rockford (RFD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States is 7,712 kilometers (4,792 miles / 4,164 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:44 in Brasilia, it's 10:44 in Chicago/Rockford.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,755 feet between the two airports. Chicago/Rockford International Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.

The return flight from Chicago/Rockford (RFD) 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 Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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