Airport Comparison
| AAX | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Araxa Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | AAX | GIG |
| ICAO Code | SBAX | SBGL |
| City | Araxa | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 3,276 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.560000, -46.960000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Araxa (AAX) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Araxa Airport (AAX) in Araxa, Brazil to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 528 kilometers (328 miles / 285 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 19:54 in Araxa, it's 19:54 in Rio De Janeiro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,248 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Araxa Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Araxa (AAX) follows a heading of 313° (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 Araxa Airport (AAX) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.