The flight distance from Buon Ma Thuot Airport (BMV) in Buon Ma Thuot, Vietnam to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 16,788 kilometers (10,431 miles / 9,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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 Vietnam with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:38 in Buon Ma Thuot, it's 20:38 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 10-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 1,701 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Buon Ma Thuot Airport.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Buon Ma Thuot (BMV) follows a heading of 106° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Buon Ma Thuot Airport (BMV) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.