BBC
Bay City
United States
8,053 km
5,004 miles
GIG
Rio De Janeiro
Brazil
Distance
8,053 km
5,004 mi / 4,348 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
130°
southeast

Airport Comparison

BBC GIG
Airport Name Bay City Regional Airport Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
IATA Code BBC GIG
ICAO Code KBYY SBGL
City Bay City Rio De Janeiro
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 45 ft 28 ft
Coordinates 28.970000, -95.860000 -22.810000, -43.250000

Bay City (BBC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bay City Regional Airport (BBC) in Bay City, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 8,053 kilometers (5,004 miles / 4,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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 15:27 in Bay City, it's 18:27 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 Bay City (BBC) 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 Bay City Regional Airport (BBC) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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