BSB
Brasilia
Brazil
9,755 km
6,062 miles
SQL
San Carlos
United States
Distance
9,755 km
6,062 mi / 5,267 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Sao_Paulo
Heading
310°
northwest

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BSB SQL
Airport Name Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport San Carlos Airport
IATA Code BSB SQL
ICAO Code SBBR KSQL
City Brasilia San Carlos
Country Brazil United States
Timezone America/Sao_Paulo America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 3,497 ft 6 ft
Coordinates -15.870000, -47.920000 37.510000, -122.250000

Brasilia (BSB) to San Carlos (SQL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to San Carlos Airport (SQL) in San Carlos, United States is 9,755 kilometers (6,062 miles / 5,267 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 15:37 in Brasilia, it's 10:37 in San Carlos. 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 3,492 feet between the two airports. San Carlos Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.

The return flight from San Carlos (SQL) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 112° (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 San Carlos Airport (SQL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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