Airport Comparison
| FCO | QAK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport | Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport |
| IATA Code | FCO | QAK |
| ICAO Code | LIRF | SBBQ |
| City | Rome | Barbacena |
| Country | Italy | Brazil |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 15 ft | 3,657 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.800000, 12.250000 | -21.270000, -43.760000 |
Rome (FCO) to Barbacena (QAK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) in Rome, Italy to Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) in Barbacena, Brazil is 9,070 kilometers (5,636 miles / 4,898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 231°.
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 Italy with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:53 in Rome, it's 05:53 in Barbacena. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,642 feet between the two airports. Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport sits higher than Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport.
The return flight from Barbacena (QAK) to Rome (FCO) follows a heading of 39° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) and Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.