Airport Comparison
| AOK | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Karpathos Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | AOK | GIG |
| ICAO Code | LGKP | SBGL |
| City | Karpathos Island | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Greece | Brazil |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 66 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.420000, 27.150000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Karpathos Island (AOK) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Karpathos Airport (AOK) in Karpathos Island, Greece to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 9,834 kilometers (6,110 miles / 5,310 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.
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 Greece 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 01:33 in Karpathos Island, it's 20:33 in Rio De Janeiro. The 5-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 Karpathos Island (AOK) follows a heading of 50° (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 Karpathos Airport (AOK) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.