The flight distance from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) in Medan, Indonesia is 15,588 kilometers (9,686 miles / 8,417 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.

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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:35 in Belo Horizonte, it's 20:35 in Medan. With a 10-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 2,601 feet between the two airports. Soewondo Air Force Base sits lower than Tancredo Neves International Airport.

The return flight from Medan (MES) to Belo Horizonte (CNF) follows a heading of 243° (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 Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) and Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.