Airport Comparison
| GIG | LWN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Gyumri Shirak Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | LWN |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | UDSG |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Gyumri |
| Country | Brazil | Armenia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Yerevan |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 5,000 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 40.750000, 43.860000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Gyumri (LWN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Gyumri Shirak Airport (LWN) in Gyumri, Armenia is 11,407 kilometers (7,088 miles / 6,159 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.
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 Armenia. 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 16:28 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 23:28 in Gyumri. With a 7-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 4,972 feet between the two airports. Gyumri Shirak Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Gyumri (LWN) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 251° (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 Gyumri Shirak Airport (LWN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.