The flight distance from Allen Army Air Field (BIG) in Delta Junction Ft Greely, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 12,880 kilometers (8,003 miles / 6,954 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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 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 06:03 in Delta Junction Ft Greely, it's 12:03 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 6-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 1,257 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Allen Army Air Field.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Delta Junction Ft Greely (BIG) follows a heading of 332° (north 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 Allen Army Air Field (BIG) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.