The flight distance from Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil to John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA) in Santa Ana, United States is 9,792 kilometers (6,084 miles / 5,287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 15:36 in Curitiba, it's 10:36 in Santa Ana. 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 2,932 feet between the two airports. John Wayne/Orange County Airport sits lower than Afonso Pena Airport.

The return flight from Santa Ana (SNA) to Curitiba (CWB) follows a heading of 123° (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 Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) and John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.