Airport Comparison
| CNF | SMX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tancredo Neves International Airport | Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field |
| IATA Code | CNF | SMX |
| ICAO Code | SBCF | KSMX |
| City | Belo Horizonte | Santa Maria |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 2,715 ft | 261 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.620000, -43.970000 | 34.900000, -120.460000 |
Belo Horizonte (CNF) to Santa Maria (SMX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) in Santa Maria, United States is 10,082 kilometers (6,264 miles / 5,444 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.
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 United States. 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 16:23 in Belo Horizonte, it's 11:23 in Santa Maria. 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 2,454 feet between the two airports. Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field sits lower than Tancredo Neves International Airport.
The return flight from Santa Maria (SMX) to Belo Horizonte (CNF) follows a heading of 114° (east 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 Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.