The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) in Latacunga, Ecuador is 4,530 kilometers (2,815 miles / 2,446 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:39 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 16:39 in Latacunga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,177 feet between the two airports. Cotopaxi International Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Latacunga (LTX) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 125° (southeast). 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 Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.