Airport Comparison
| DEI | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Denis Island Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | DEI | GIG |
| ICAO Code | FSSD | SBGL |
| City | Denis Island | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Seychelles | Brazil |
| Timezone | Indian/Mahe | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -3.800000, 55.670000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Denis Island (DEI) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denis Island Airport (DEI) in Denis Island, Seychelles to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 10,754 kilometers (6,682 miles / 5,807 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.
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 Seychelles with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:24 in Denis Island, it's 13:24 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Denis Island (DEI) follows a heading of 97° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Denis Island Airport (DEI) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.