Airport Comparison
| GIG | HCQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Halls Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | HCQ |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | YHLC |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | N/A |
| Country | Brazil | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Australia/Perth |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,346 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -18.230000, 127.670000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Halls Creek Airport (HCQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Halls Creek Airport (HCQ) in Halls Creek Airport, Australia is 15,346 kilometers (9,536 miles / 8,286 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:44 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 05:44 in Halls Creek Airport. With a 11-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 1,318 feet between the two airports. Halls Creek Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Halls Creek Airport (HCQ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 193° (south 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 Halls Creek Airport (HCQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.