Airport Comparison
| GIG | ICN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Incheon International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | ICN |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | RKSI |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Seoul |
| Country | Brazil | South Korea |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Seoul |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 23 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 37.470000, 126.450000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 18,111 kilometers (11,253 miles / 9,779 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.
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 South Korea. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:48 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 20:48 in Seoul. With a 12-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 Seoul (ICN) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 326° (northwest). 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 Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.