The flight distance from Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil to Madurai Airport (IXM) in Madurai, India is 14,203 kilometers (8,826 miles / 7,669 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 India. 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 03:20 in Curitiba, it's 11:50 in Madurai. With a 8.5-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 2,529 feet between the two airports. Madurai Airport sits lower than Afonso Pena Airport.

The return flight from Madurai (IXM) to Curitiba (CWB) follows a heading of 245° (west 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 Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) and Madurai Airport (IXM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.