The flight distance from Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) in Nice, France to Castro Airport (QAC) in Castro, Brazil is 9,585 kilometers (5,956 miles / 5,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.

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 France 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 15:24 in Nice, it's 11:24 in Castro. 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 3,302 feet between the two airports. Castro Airport sits higher than Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport.

The return flight from Castro (QAC) to Nice (NCE) follows a heading of 38° (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 Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) and Castro Airport (QAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.