Airport Comparison
| FBG | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Simmons Army Air Field | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | FBG | GIG |
| ICAO Code | KFBG | SBGL |
| City | Fort Liberty | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 244 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.100000, -78.900000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Fort Liberty (FBG) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Simmons Army Air Field (FBG) in Fort Liberty, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 7,456 kilometers (4,633 miles / 4,026 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.
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 14:39 in Fort Liberty, it's 16:39 in Rio De Janeiro.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Fort Liberty (FBG) follows a heading of 329° (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 Simmons Army Air Field (FBG) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.