Airport Comparison
| GIG | GSQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Shark El Oweinat International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | GSQ |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | HEOW |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | N/A |
| Country | Brazil | Egypt |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Cairo |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 859 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 22.590000, 28.720000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) in Shark El Oweinat International Airport, Egypt is 9,276 kilometers (5,764 miles / 5,009 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.
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 Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:55 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 10:55 in Shark El Oweinat International Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 242° (west 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 Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.