Airport Comparison
Blenheim (BHE) to Curitiba (CWB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Woodbourne Airport (BHE) in Blenheim, New Zealand to Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil is 11,343 kilometers (7,048 miles / 6,125 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.
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 New Zealand with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:00 in Blenheim, it's 02:00 in Curitiba. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,879 feet between the two airports. Afonso Pena Airport sits higher than Woodbourne Airport.
The return flight from Curitiba (CWB) to Blenheim (BHE) follows a heading of 212° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Woodbourne Airport (BHE) and Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.