The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Elcho Island Airport (ELC) in Elcho Island, Australia is 16,890 kilometers (10,495 miles / 9,120 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south at a heading of 187°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:48 in Brasilia, it's 03:18 in Elcho Island. With a 12.5-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 3,396 feet between the two airports. Elcho Island Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.

The return flight from Elcho Island (ELC) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 173° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) and Elcho Island Airport (ELC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.