Airport Comparison
| GIG | LZU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Gwinnett County/Briscoe Field |
| IATA Code | GIG | LZU |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | KLZU |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Lawrenceville |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,062 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 33.980000, -83.960000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Lawrenceville (LZU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Gwinnett County/Briscoe Field (LZU) in Lawrenceville, United States is 7,643 kilometers (4,749 miles / 4,127 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
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 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 13:57 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 11:57 in Lawrenceville.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,034 feet between the two airports. Gwinnett County/Briscoe Field sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Lawrenceville (LZU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 140° (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 Gwinnett County/Briscoe Field (LZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.