EWR
Newark
United States
7,751 km
4,816 miles
GIG
Rio De Janeiro
Brazil
Distance
7,751 km
4,816 mi / 4,185 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
150°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

EWR GIG
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
IATA Code EWR GIG
ICAO Code KEWR SBGL
City Newark Rio De Janeiro
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 17 ft 28 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 -22.810000, -43.250000

Newark (EWR) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 7,751 kilometers (4,816 miles / 4,185 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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 United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:10 in Newark, it's 08:10 in Rio De Janeiro.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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