PHX
Phoenix
United States
9,517 km
5,913 miles
QNS
Porto Alegre
Brazil
Distance
9,517 km
5,913 mi / 5,139 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Phoenix
Heading
131°
southeast

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PHX QNS
Airport Name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Canoas Airport
IATA Code PHX QNS
ICAO Code KPHX SBCO
City Phoenix Porto Alegre
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Phoenix America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 1,135 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 33.430000, -112.010000 -29.950000, -51.140000

Phoenix (PHX) to Porto Alegre (QNS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Canoas Airport (QNS) in Porto Alegre, Brazil is 9,517 kilometers (5,913 miles / 5,139 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 131°.

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 12:32 in Phoenix, it's 16:32 in Porto Alegre. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,109 feet between the two airports. Canoas Airport sits lower than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Porto Alegre (QNS) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 313° (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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Canoas Airport (QNS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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