Airport Comparison
| BXJ | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Boralday Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | BXJ | GIG |
| ICAO Code | UAAR | SBGL |
| City | Aima Ata | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Kazakhstan | Brazil |
| Timezone | Asia/Almaty | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 2,344 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.350000, 76.880000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Aima Ata (BXJ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Boralday Airport (BXJ) in Aima Ata, Kazakhstan to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 14,128 kilometers (8,779 miles / 7,628 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
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 Kazakhstan 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 18:58 in Aima Ata, it's 10:58 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 8-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 2,316 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Boralday Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Aima Ata (BXJ) follows a heading of 52° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Boralday Airport (BXJ) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.