The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Santa Maria Airport (RIA) in Santa Maria, Brazil is 10,618 kilometers (6,598 miles / 5,733 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:03 in Brussels, it's 07:03 in Santa Maria. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santa Maria (RIA) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 33° (north 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 Brussels Airport (BRU) and Santa Maria Airport (RIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.