BUF
Buffalo
United States
8,192 km
5,091 miles
CWB
Curitiba
Brazil
Distance
8,192 km
5,091 mi / 4,424 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
152°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BUF CWB
Airport Name Buffalo Niagara International Airport Afonso Pena Airport
IATA Code BUF CWB
ICAO Code KBUF SBCT
City Buffalo Curitiba
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 727 ft 2,988 ft
Coordinates 42.940000, -78.730000 -25.530000, -49.180000

Buffalo (BUF) to Curitiba (CWB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) in Buffalo, United States to Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil is 8,192 kilometers (5,091 miles / 4,424 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:40 in Buffalo, it's 12:40 in Curitiba.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,261 feet between the two airports. Afonso Pena Airport sits higher than Buffalo Niagara International Airport.

The return flight from Curitiba (CWB) to Buffalo (BUF) follows a heading of 338° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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