The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Truckee-Tahoe Airport (TKF) in Truckee, United States is 9,664 kilometers (6,005 miles / 5,218 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 02:30 in Brasilia, it's 21:30 in Truckee. 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 2,407 feet between the two airports. Truckee-Tahoe 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 Truckee (TKF) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 113° (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 Truckee-Tahoe Airport (TKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.