Airport Comparison
| CJC | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | El Loa Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | CJC | GIG |
| ICAO Code | SCCF | SBGL |
| City | Calama | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Chile | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 7,543 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.500000, -68.900000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Calama (CJC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Loa Airport (CJC) in Calama, Chile to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 2,629 kilometers (1,634 miles / 1,420 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 96°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Chile with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:52 in Calama, it's 13:52 in Rio De Janeiro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,515 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than El Loa Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Calama (CJC) follows a heading of 266° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the El Loa Airport (CJC) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.