Airport Comparison
| CNF | PLW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tancredo Neves International Airport | Mutiara Airport |
| IATA Code | CNF | PLW |
| ICAO Code | SBCF | WAML |
| City | Belo Horizonte | Palu-Celebes Island |
| Country | Brazil | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Makassar |
| Elevation | 2,715 ft | 284 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.620000, -43.970000 | -0.920000, 119.910000 |
Belo Horizonte (CNF) to Palu-Celebes Island (PLW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Mutiara Airport (PLW) in Palu-Celebes Island, Indonesia is 17,133 kilometers (10,646 miles / 9,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.
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 10:18 in Belo Horizonte, it's 21:18 in Palu-Celebes Island. With a 11-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 2,431 feet between the two airports. Mutiara Airport sits lower than Tancredo Neves International Airport.
The return flight from Palu-Celebes Island (PLW) to Belo Horizonte (CNF) follows a heading of 217° (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 Mutiara Airport (PLW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.