The flight distance from Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil to Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is 8,507 kilometers (5,286 miles / 4,593 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 05:22 in Curitiba, it's 02:22 in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,341 feet between the two airports. Chicago Executive Airport sits lower than Afonso Pena Airport.

The return flight from Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) to Curitiba (CWB) follows a heading of 145° (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 Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.