Airport Comparison
| GIG | KBC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Birch Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | KBC |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | KZ91 |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Birch Creek |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 440 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 66.270000, -145.820000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Birch Creek (KBC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Birch Creek Airport (KBC) in Birch Creek, United States is 12,879 kilometers (8,003 miles / 6,954 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, 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 09:36 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 03:36 in Birch Creek. 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.
The return flight from Birch Creek (KBC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 88° (east). 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 Birch Creek Airport (KBC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.