Airport Comparison
| BFR | CWB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport | Afonso Pena Airport |
| IATA Code | BFR | CWB |
| ICAO Code | KBFR | SBCT |
| City | Bedford | Curitiba |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 727 ft | 2,988 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.840000, -86.450000 | -25.530000, -49.180000 |
Bedford (BFR) to Curitiba (CWB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport (BFR) in Bedford, United States to Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil is 8,139 kilometers (5,058 miles / 4,395 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.
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 08:46 in Bedford, it's 10:46 in Curitiba.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,261 feet between the two airports. Afonso Pena Airport sits higher than Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport.
The return flight from Curitiba (CWB) to Bedford (BFR) follows a heading of 330° (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 Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport (BFR) and Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.