Airport Comparison
| GEA | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Noumea Magenta Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | GEA | GIG |
| ICAO Code | NWWM | SBGL |
| City | Noumea | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | New Caledonia | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.260000, 166.470000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Noumea (GEA) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA) in Noumea, New Caledonia to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 14,060 kilometers (8,736 miles / 7,592 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, 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 New Caledonia 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 04:03 in Noumea, it's 14:03 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 Noumea (GEA) follows a heading of 215° (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 Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.