Airport Comparison
| GIG | KKC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Khon Kaen Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | KKC |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | VTUK |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Khon Kaen |
| Country | Brazil | Thailand |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Bangkok |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 670 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 16.470000, 102.780000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Khon Kaen (KKC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) in Khon Kaen, Thailand is 16,397 kilometers (10,189 miles / 8,854 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 95°.
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 Thailand. 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 15:48 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 01:48 in Khon Kaen. With a 10-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 Khon Kaen (KKC) 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 Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.