The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Thornhill Air Base (GWE) in Gweru, Zimbabwe is 7,513 kilometers (4,669 miles / 4,057 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with Zimbabwe. 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 13:33 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 18:33 in Gweru. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,652 feet between the two airports. Thornhill Air Base sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

The return flight from Gweru (GWE) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 253° (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 Thornhill Air Base (GWE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.