Airport Comparison
| GIG | LGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Long Lellang Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | LGL |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | WBGF |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Long Datih |
| Country | Brazil | Malaysia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,400 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 3.420000, 115.150000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Long Datih (LGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Long Lellang Airport (LGL) in Long Datih, Malaysia is 16,844 kilometers (10,466 miles / 9,095 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.
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 Malaysia. 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 10:48 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 21:48 in Long Datih. 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 1,372 feet between the two airports. Long Lellang Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Long Datih (LGL) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 225° (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 Long Lellang Airport (LGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.