Airport Comparison
| GIG | MDC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Sam Ratulangi Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | MDC |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | WAMM |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Manado-Celebes Island |
| Country | Brazil | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Makassar |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 264 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 1.550000, 124.930000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Manado-Celebes Island (MDC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Sam Ratulangi Airport (MDC) in Manado-Celebes Island, Indonesia is 17,329 kilometers (10,767 miles / 9,357 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.
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 Indonesia. 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 18:55 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 05:55 in Manado-Celebes Island. 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.
The return flight from Manado-Celebes Island (MDC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 207° (south 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 Sam Ratulangi Airport (MDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.