ALX
Alexander City
United States
7,675 km
4,769 miles
GIG
Rio De Janeiro
Brazil
Distance
7,675 km
4,769 mi / 4,144 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
138°
southeast

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ALX GIG
Airport Name Thomas C Russell Field Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
IATA Code ALX GIG
ICAO Code KALX SBGL
City Alexander City Rio De Janeiro
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 686 ft 28 ft
Coordinates 32.910000, -85.960000 -22.810000, -43.250000

Alexander City (ALX) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Thomas C Russell Field (ALX) in Alexander City, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 7,675 kilometers (4,769 miles / 4,144 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

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 02:50 in Alexander City, it's 05:50 in Rio De Janeiro. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Alexander City (ALX) follows a heading of 322° (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 Thomas C Russell Field (ALX) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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