Airport Comparison
| BSB | XCH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Christmas Island Airport |
| IATA Code | BSB | XCH |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | YPXM |
| City | Brasilia | Christmas Island |
| Country | Brazil | CX |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Indian/Christmas |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 916 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | -10.450000, 105.690000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to Christmas Island (XCH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 15,892 kilometers (9,875 miles / 8,581 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.
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 CX. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:31 in Brasilia, it's 02:31 in Christmas Island. With a 10-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 2,581 feet between the two airports. Christmas Island Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.
The return flight from Christmas Island (XCH) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 225° (southwest). 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 Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.