The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) in Santa Monica, United States is 9,288 kilometers (5,771 miles / 5,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 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 19:33 in Brasilia, it's 14:33 in Santa Monica. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,327 feet between the two airports. Santa Monica Municipal Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Monica (SMO) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 114° (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 Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.