The flight distance from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Merdei Airport (RDE) in Merdei-Papua Island, Indonesia is 17,639 kilometers (10,961 miles / 9,525 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south at a heading of 173°.

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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:01 in Belo Horizonte, it's 08:01 in Merdei-Papua Island. With a 12-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 2,290 feet between the two airports. Merdei Airport sits lower than Tancredo Neves International Airport.

The return flight from Merdei-Papua Island (RDE) to Belo Horizonte (CNF) follows a heading of 187° (south). 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 Merdei Airport (RDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.