Airport Comparison
| BSB | JQA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport | Qaarsut Airport |
| IATA Code | BSB | JQA |
| ICAO Code | SBBR | BGUQ |
| City | Brasilia | Uummannaq |
| Country | Brazil | Greenland |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Nuuk |
| Elevation | 3,497 ft | 289 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.870000, -47.920000 | 70.730000, -52.700000 |
Brasilia (BSB) to Uummannaq (JQA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Qaarsut Airport (JQA) in Uummannaq, Greenland is 9,637 kilometers (5,988 miles / 5,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 358°.
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 Greenland. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:50 in Brasilia, it's 10:50 in Uummannaq.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,208 feet between the two airports. Qaarsut Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.
The return flight from Uummannaq (JQA) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 175° (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 Qaarsut Airport (JQA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.