Airport Comparison
| CNF | NOU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tancredo Neves International Airport | La Tontouta International Airport |
| IATA Code | CNF | NOU |
| ICAO Code | SBCF | NWWW |
| City | Belo Horizonte | Noumea |
| Country | Brazil | New Caledonia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Pacific/Noumea |
| Elevation | 2,715 ft | 52 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.620000, -43.970000 | -22.010000, 166.210000 |
Belo Horizonte (CNF) to Noumea (NOU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) in Noumea, New Caledonia is 14,342 kilometers (8,912 miles / 7,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.
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 New Caledonia. 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 07:10 in Belo Horizonte, it's 21:10 in Noumea. With a 14-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 2,663 feet between the two airports. La Tontouta International Airport sits lower than Tancredo Neves International Airport.
The return flight from Noumea (NOU) to Belo Horizonte (CNF) follows a heading of 142° (southeast). 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 La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.