Airport Comparison
| FRE | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fera/Maringe Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRE | GIG |
| ICAO Code | AGGF | SBGL |
| City | Fera Island | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Solomon Islands | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.110000, 159.580000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Fera Island (FRE) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fera/Maringe Airport (FRE) in Fera Island, Solomon Islands to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 15,773 kilometers (9,801 miles / 8,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.
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 Solomon Islands with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:20 in Fera Island, it's 14:20 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 14-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 Fera Island (FRE) follows a heading of 218° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fera/Maringe Airport (FRE) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.