The flight distance from Brisbane International Airport (BNE) in Brisbane, Australia to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 18,754 kilometers (11,653 miles / 10,126 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north at a heading of 5°.

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 Australia with Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:13 in Brisbane, it's 07:13 in Velas. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Brisbane (BNE) follows a heading of 354° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brisbane International Airport (BNE) and Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.