CHL
Challis
United States
10,374 km
6,446 miles
GIG
Rio De Janeiro
Brazil
Distance
10,374 km
6,446 mi / 5,602 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Boise
Heading
119°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

CHL GIG
Airport Name Challis Airport Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
IATA Code CHL GIG
ICAO Code KLLJ SBGL
City Challis Rio De Janeiro
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Boise America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 5,076 ft 28 ft
Coordinates 44.520000, -114.220000 -22.810000, -43.250000

Challis (CHL) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 10,374 kilometers (6,446 miles / 5,602 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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 17:31 in Challis, it's 21:31 in Rio De Janeiro. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,048 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Challis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Challis (CHL) follows a heading of 318° (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 Challis Airport (CHL) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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