Airport Comparison
| CNF | FCS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tancredo Neves International Airport | Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport |
| IATA Code | CNF | FCS |
| ICAO Code | SBCF | KFCS |
| City | Belo Horizonte | Fort Carson |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 2,715 ft | 5,874 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.620000, -43.970000 | 38.680000, -104.760000 |
Belo Horizonte (CNF) to Fort Carson (FCS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States is 9,055 kilometers (5,626 miles / 4,889 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.
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 09:48 in Belo Horizonte, it's 05:48 in Fort Carson. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,159 feet between the two airports. Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport sits higher than Tancredo Neves International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Fort Carson (FCS) to Belo Horizonte (CNF) follows a heading of 124° (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 Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) and Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.