MSP
Minneapolis
United States
8,003 km
4,973 miles
PNZ
Petrolina
Brazil
Distance
8,003 km
4,973 mi / 4,322 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
124°
southeast

Airport Comparison

MSP PNZ
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Senador Nilo Coelho Airport
IATA Code MSP PNZ
ICAO Code KMSP SBPL
City Minneapolis Petrolina
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bahia
Elevation 842 ft 1,263 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 -9.360000, -40.570000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Petrolina (PNZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) in Petrolina, Brazil is 8,003 kilometers (4,973 miles / 4,322 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 124°.

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 United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:46 in Minneapolis, it's 06:46 in Petrolina. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Petrolina (PNZ) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 324° (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 Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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