Airport Comparison
| DWC | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Al Maktoum International Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | DWC | GIG |
| ICAO Code | OMDW | SBGL |
| City | Jebel Ali | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Brazil |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 114 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.900000, 55.160000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Jebel Ali (DWC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 11,852 kilometers (7,365 miles / 6,400 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 United Arab Emirates 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 04:14 in Jebel Ali, it's 21:14 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 Jebel Ali (DWC) follows a heading of 69° (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 Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.