FMS
Fort Madison
United States
8,630 km
5,362 miles
GIG
Rio De Janeiro
Brazil
Distance
8,630 km
5,362 mi / 4,660 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
135°
southeast

Airport Comparison

FMS GIG
Airport Name Fort Madison Municipal Airport Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
IATA Code FMS GIG
ICAO Code KFSW SBGL
City Fort Madison Rio De Janeiro
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 722 ft 28 ft
Coordinates 40.660000, -91.330000 -22.810000, -43.250000

Fort Madison (FMS) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) in Fort Madison, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 8,630 kilometers (5,362 miles / 4,660 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

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 04:49 in Fort Madison, it's 07:49 in Rio De Janeiro. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Fort Madison (FMS) follows a heading of 325° (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 Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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