Airport Comparison
| EOH | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | EOH | GIG |
| ICAO Code | SKMD | SBGL |
| City | Medellin | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Colombia | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 4,949 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.220000, -75.590000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Medellin (EOH) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) in Medellin, Colombia to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 4,773 kilometers (2,966 miles / 2,577 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:50 in Medellin, it's 11:50 in Rio De Janeiro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,921 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Medellin (EOH) follows a heading of 309° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.