Airport Comparison
| GBH | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galbraith Lake Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | GBH | GIG |
| ICAO Code | PAGB | SBGL |
| City | Galbraith Lake | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 2,663 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 68.480000, -149.490000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Galbraith Lake (GBH) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) in Galbraith Lake, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 13,019 kilometers (8,089 miles / 7,029 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 84°.
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 03:51 in Galbraith Lake, it's 09:51 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,635 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Galbraith Lake Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Galbraith Lake (GBH) follows a heading of 337° (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 Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.