BGU
Bangassou
Central African Republic
8,447 km
5,249 miles
CWB
Curitiba
Brazil
Distance
8,447 km
5,249 mi / 4,561 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
242°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

BGU CWB
Airport Name Bangassou Airport Afonso Pena Airport
IATA Code BGU CWB
ICAO Code FEFG SBCT
City Bangassou Curitiba
Country Central African Republic Brazil
Timezone Africa/Bangui America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 1,706 ft 2,988 ft
Coordinates 4.790000, 22.780000 -25.530000, -49.180000

Bangassou (BGU) to Curitiba (CWB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangassou Airport (BGU) in Bangassou, Central African Republic to Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil is 8,447 kilometers (5,249 miles / 4,561 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 242°.

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 Central African Republic with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:14 in Bangassou, it's 21:14 in Curitiba. 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 1,282 feet between the two airports. Afonso Pena Airport sits higher than Bangassou Airport.

The return flight from Curitiba (CWB) to Bangassou (BGU) follows a heading of 78° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bangassou Airport (BGU) and Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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