Airport Comparison
| CQD | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Shahrekord Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | CQD | GIG |
| ICAO Code | OIFS | SBGL |
| City | Shahrekord | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Iran | Brazil |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 6,723 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.300000, 50.840000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Shahrekord (CQD) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Shahrekord Airport (CQD) in Shahrekord, Iran to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 11,701 kilometers (7,271 miles / 6,318 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.
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 Iran 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 14:07 in Shahrekord, it's 07:37 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 6.5-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 6,695 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Shahrekord Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Shahrekord (CQD) follows a heading of 61° (east 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 Shahrekord Airport (CQD) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.