Airport Comparison
| MSP | QNS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport | Canoas Airport |
| IATA Code | MSP | QNS |
| ICAO Code | KMSP | SBCO |
| City | Minneapolis | Porto Alegre |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 842 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.880000, -93.220000 | -29.950000, -51.140000 |
Minneapolis (MSP) to Porto Alegre (QNS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Canoas Airport (QNS) in Porto Alegre, Brazil is 9,348 kilometers (5,808 miles / 5,047 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.
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 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 09:04 in Minneapolis, it's 12:04 in Porto Alegre. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Porto Alegre (QNS) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 331° (north 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 Canoas Airport (QNS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.