The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Glacier Creek Airport (KGZ) in Glacier Creek, United States is 12,702 kilometers (7,893 miles / 6,859 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 08:05 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 02:05 in Glacier 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,352 feet between the two airports. Glacier Creek Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

The return flight from Glacier Creek (KGZ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 94° (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 Glacier Creek Airport (KGZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.