PHX
Phoenix
United States
8,551 km
5,314 miles
QBX
Sobral
Brazil
Distance
8,551 km
5,314 mi / 4,617 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Phoenix
Heading
103°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

PHX QBX
Airport Name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Sobral Airport
IATA Code PHX QBX
ICAO Code KPHX SNOB
City Phoenix Sobral
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Phoenix America/Fortaleza
Elevation 1,135 ft 210 ft
Coordinates 33.430000, -112.010000 -3.680000, -40.340000

Phoenix (PHX) to Sobral (QBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Sobral Airport (QBX) in Sobral, Brazil is 8,551 kilometers (5,314 miles / 4,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:24 in Phoenix, it's 07:24 in Sobral. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sobral (QBX) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Sobral Airport (QBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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