Airport Comparison
| FRN | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bryant Army Air Field | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRN | GIG |
| ICAO Code | PAFR | SBGL |
| City | Fort Richardson (Anchorage) | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 387 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 61.270000, -149.650000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Fort Richardson (Anchorage) (FRN) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bryant Army Air Field (FRN) in Fort Richardson (Anchorage), United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 13,089 kilometers (8,133 miles / 7,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 87°.
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 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 23:51 in Fort Richardson (Anchorage), it's 05:51 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 6-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 Fort Richardson (Anchorage) (FRN) 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 Bryant Army Air Field (FRN) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.