The flight distance from Chimbu Airport (CMU) in Kundiawa, Papua New Guinea to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 16,687 kilometers (10,369 miles / 9,010 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

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 Papua New Guinea 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 02:53 in Kundiawa, it's 13:53 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 13-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 4,946 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Chimbu Airport.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Kundiawa (CMU) follows a heading of 197° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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