Airport Comparison
| BWB | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Barrow Island Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | BWB | GIG |
| ICAO Code | YBWX | SBGL |
| City | N/A | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Australia | Brazil |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 26 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -20.860000, 115.410000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Barrow Island Airport (BWB) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Barrow Island Airport (BWB) in Barrow Island Airport, Australia to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 14,636 kilometers (9,095 miles / 7,903 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.
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 09:47 in Barrow Island Airport, it's 22:47 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Barrow Island Airport (BWB) follows a heading of 153° (south 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 Barrow Island Airport (BWB) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.