Airport Comparison
| BSB | GWE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Thornhill Air Base |
| IATA Code | BSB | GWE |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | FVTL |
| City | Brasilia | Gweru |
| Country | Brazil | Zimbabwe |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Harare |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 4,680 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | -19.440000, 29.860000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to Gweru (GWE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Thornhill Air Base (GWE) in Gweru, Zimbabwe is 8,180 kilometers (5,083 miles / 4,417 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.
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 Brazil with Zimbabwe. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:22 in Brasilia, it's 16:22 in Gweru. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,183 feet between the two airports. Thornhill Air Base sits higher than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.
The return flight from Gweru (GWE) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 259° (west 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 Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) and Thornhill Air Base (GWE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.