Airport Comparison
| BHS | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bathurst Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | BHS | GIG |
| ICAO Code | YBTH | SBGL |
| City | Bathurst | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Australia | Brazil |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 2,435 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.410000, 149.650000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Bathurst (BHS) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bathurst Airport (BHS) in Bathurst, Australia to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 13,616 kilometers (8,461 miles / 7,352 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.
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 Australia with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:40 in Bathurst, it's 05:40 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,407 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Bathurst Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Bathurst (BHS) follows a heading of 193° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bathurst Airport (BHS) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.