The flight distance from Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) in Mexicali, Mexico is 9,523 kilometers (5,917 miles / 5,142 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 Mexico. 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 06:30 in Curitiba, it's 01:30 in Mexicali. 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 2,914 feet between the two airports. General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International Airport sits lower than Afonso Pena Airport.

The return flight from Mexicali (MXL) to Curitiba (CWB) 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 Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) and General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.