Airport Comparison
| GIG | GMT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Granite Mountain Air Station |
| IATA Code | GIG | GMT |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | PAGZ |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Granite Mountain |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,313 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 65.400000, -161.300000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Granite Mountain (GMT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Granite Mountain Air Station (GMT) in Granite Mountain, United States is 13,588 kilometers (8,443 miles / 7,337 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.
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 Brazil with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:44 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 08:44 in Granite Mountain. 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 1,285 feet between the two airports. Granite Mountain Air Station sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Granite Mountain (GMT) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 74° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Granite Mountain Air Station (GMT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.