The flight distance from Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil to Naha Airport (OKA) in Naha, Japan is 19,689 kilometers (12,234 miles / 10,631 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 Japan. 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 16:50 in Curitiba, it's 04:50 in Naha. 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 2,976 feet between the two airports. Naha Airport sits lower than Afonso Pena Airport.

The return flight from Naha (OKA) to Curitiba (CWB) follows a heading of 283° (west northwest). 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 Naha Airport (OKA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.