Airport Comparison
| CNF | SDM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tancredo Neves International Airport | Brown Field Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | CNF | SDM |
| ICAO Code | SBCF | KSDM |
| City | Belo Horizonte | San Diego |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 2,715 ft | 526 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.620000, -43.970000 | 32.570000, -116.980000 |
Belo Horizonte (CNF) to San Diego (SDM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM) in San Diego, United States is 9,681 kilometers (6,016 miles / 5,227 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
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 20:14 in Belo Horizonte, it's 15:14 in San Diego. 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 2,189 feet between the two airports. Brown Field Municipal Airport sits lower than Tancredo Neves International Airport.
The return flight from San Diego (SDM) to Belo Horizonte (CNF) follows a heading of 116° (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 Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) and Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.